What are IVUS and OCT? Intravascular Ultrasound (IVUS) and Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) are advanced imaging techniques used during coronary angiography to provide high-resolution, real-time images of the inside of coronary arteries. These tools allow cardiologists to assess the severity of artery narrowing (stenosis), guide stent placement, and evaluate the success of treatments such as […]
What is a Pressure Wire and Why is it used? A pressure wire is a specialized tool used during a coronary angiogram to measure the severity of blockages in the coronary arteries. It helps cardiologists determine whether a narrowing (stenosis) is significantly restricting blood flow to the heart muscle and whether further treatment, such as angioplasty or stenting, is
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What is Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI) – Coronary Stenting Procedure? Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), also known as coronary angioplasty, coronary stent placement or balloon angioplasty, is a minimally invasive procedure used to open narrowed or blocked coronary arteries. These arteries supply oxygen-rich blood to the heart, and when they become narrowed due to a buildup
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What is Diagnostic Coronary Angiography? Diagnostic coronary angiography is a specialized medical procedure used to assess the condition of your coronary arteries which are the blood vessels that supply oxygen-rich blood to your heart. This test helps doctors determine if there are any blockages or narrowing in these arteries that could be causing chest pain
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