Elective Angioplasty (Stent) in Bandlaguda

Elective Angioplasty is a procedure that enables the heart patient to live a better life without open heart surgery. It is also called balloon angioplasty, where a small surgical procedure is performed with an angiogram by interventional cardiologists when the plaque is formed inside the artery walls, which blocks and narrows it by preventing the proper blood flow in the heart. People suffering from coronary artery diseases such as heart attack, mini-stroke, and chest pain will be advised to get an angioplasty. This procedure helps the patients to relieve the mentioned heart problems.

There are some types of angioplasties, depending on the arteries that are affecting that particular region. They are;

1. Coronary artery disease- coronary angioplasty is performed when the plaque is formed inside the artery wall, causing chest pain and heart attack.
2. Peripheral artery disease- Angioplasty is performed when the arteries in the arms, legs, and pelvic areas are blocked or narrowed.
3. Carotid artery disease- Angioplasty is performed when the arteries in the neck are left without any treatment, which can cause a stroke in the brain preventing the oxygen flow.
4. Chronic kidney disease- Renal angioplasty is done when the plaque blocks the arteries in preventing the oxygen from kidneys.

How does angioplasty work?

Heart diseases, such as angina (chest pain), shortness of breath, fatigue, lightheadedness, and leg swelling, often result from blockages in the arteries. These blockages can significantly obstruct blood flow to the heart muscle, leading to various symptoms and potential complications. To diagnose and assess the severity of these conditions, medical professionals often employ angiograms.

An angiogram involves a minimally invasive procedure where a small incision is made to access blood vessels. Using advanced imaging techniques, such as X-ray fluoroscopy, specialists can visualize the flow of blood through the arteries and evaluate the structure of the heart. This allows for the identification of blood clots, blockages, or narrowing within the arteries, as well as any potential damage to the heart valves.

The cardiologist at Best Heart hospitals in Kismatpur does an angiogram to check whether fatty deposits block the artery. If it's blocked, the cardiologist inserts a balloon-tipped catheter inside the blocked arteries. The balloon is allowed to inflate and deflate. It compresses the plaque or any fatty deposits on the artery walls and widens it.

Consequently, there is a proper flow of blood in the coronary artery.

What is stent and when is it performed?

A stent or thin metal cylinder is sometimes placed on the affected artery. The stent has a medicine on the surface, preventing further blockages on the affected artery in future.

Elective Angioplasty is usually performed in emergencies, especially if you experience a heart attack. You are given local anesthesia during the procedure, and you are required to stay in the hospital only overnight.

What are the risks and benefits?

Some certain risks and benefits come with every surgical procedure. Some of the benefits are;

1. It is budget budget-friendly procedure compared to an open heart surgery, as well as low risk.
2. There will be minimal bruises on the body one near the incision and other ones on the hand from IV.
3. Relieves you from the pain and future complications.

Risks are rare in many circumstances, but these are some of the common risks you might face;

1. There might be some allergic reaction to the dye that is used.
2. Re- narrowing of the arteries if the stent is not placed during the angioplasty, There might be blood clots, bleeding, and infections.
3. Some might experience heart attack, arrhythmia, and stroke, damage in the blood vessels, kidneys, and chest pain.

Doctors would advise you to follow the below treatment methods or home remedies to avoid the complications;

1. Quit smoking,
2. Maintaining a healthy diet is important. Include more fresh fruits and vegetables to control diabetes.
3. Healthy weight, helps in controlling the bad cholesterol
4. Regular physical activity and meditation, to maintain physical and mental finesses to avoid high blood pressure

Most patients recover quickly from the elective coronary Angioplasty and experience immediate improvement in symptoms like shortness of breath or angina.

For more details on Angioplasty treatment in Bairagiguda, consult Dr. Naresh Kumar Monigari