30-120
Minutes (Procedure Duration)
Stent Placement
Advanced Technology
Overview
Coronary angioplasty, also known as percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), is a procedure that uses a small balloon to widen blocked or narrowed coronary arteries. During the treatment, a thin tube called a catheter is inserted through a blood vessel, typically in the wrist or groin, and guided to the affected coronary artery.
A small balloon at the tip of the catheter is then inflated to compress the plaque against the artery wall, improving blood flow to the heart muscle. In many cases, a small mesh tube called a stent is placed in the artery to help keep it open after the balloon is removed.
Key Points:
Minimally invasive balloon procedure
Restores blood flow to heart muscle
Often includes stent placement
Performed in cardiac catheterisation lab
The Clinical Journey
01
Initial Consultation
Comprehensive review of your medical history and symptoms.
02
Diagnostic Testing
ECG, echocardiogram, and coronary angiography to assess blockages.
03
Procedure Planning
Detailed discussion of treatment approach and expected outcomes.
04
Recovery & Follow-Up
Direct clinical oversight and explanation of findings by Dr. Hartley personally.