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Coronary Angioplasty Through Radial Approach: Rotablation

Coronary angioplasty treatment in Sarjapur Road

Coronary angioplasty is a minimally invasive procedure used to treat the narrowing of the arteries that supply blood to the heart. The procedure is also known as percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). 

Angioplasty is usually performed using a balloon catheter. The balloon is inflated at the site of the blockage, which widens the artery and improves blood flow to the heart. In some cases, a stent (a small, metal mesh tube) may be placed in the artery to keep it open.

Rotablation is a newer angioplasty technique that uses a rotating diamond-tipped drill to remove plaque from the artery. This technique is often used in cases where the blockage is particularly hard or calcified. Book an appointment to have the best treatment.

The radial approach is an alternative to the more traditional femoral approach for angioplasty. In the radial approach, the catheter is inserted into the radial artery in the wrist. This approach is associated with a lower risk of bleeding and a shorter hospital stay.

The decision to proceed with angioplasty is based on a number of factors, including the severity of the blockage, the presence of symptoms, and the results of diagnostic testing. Angioplasty is generally considered to be a safe and effective procedure with a low risk of complications.

Before the procedure 

A few things need to happen before rotablation can be done. First, the patient will need to have a few tests done to ensure they are a good candidate for the procedure. This will usually include a stress test, EKG, and cardiac catheterisation. Once it has been determined that the patient is a good candidate, they will be scheduled for the procedure. On the day of the procedure, the patient will need to check in at the hospital and will be given a sedative to help them relax.

Procedure

Coronary angioplasty is a minimally invasive procedure used to widen blocked or narrow coronary arteries. The radial approach is a minimally invasive approach to accessing the coronary arteries that involve entering through the radial artery in the wrist. Rotablation is a type of angioplasty that uses a rotating device to remove plaque from the arteries. Visit our cardiology hospital in Bangalore for the best treatment.

The procedure begins with the patient being given a local anaesthetic to numb the area. A small incision is then made in the wrist, and a catheter is inserted into the radial artery. The catheter is then passed through the arteries to the heart. Once the catheter is in place, a small balloon is inflated to widen the blocked artery. The balloon is then deflated and removed.

If necessary, a stent may be placed in the artery to keep it open. The stent is a small metal mesh tube that is inserted into the artery and expanded. The stent remains in place permanently.

The catheter is then removed, and the incision in the wrist is closed. The procedure is usually performed under local anaesthesia and takes around 30-60 minutes.

After the procedure

After a radial approach coronary angioplasty with rotablation, the doctor will usually: 

  • Check the heart rate and blood pressure. 

  • Look for any bleeding at the puncture site. 

  • Remove the sheath from the artery. 

  • Apply pressure to the puncture site for 10 to 15 minutes. 

  • Have the patient walk around for a few minutes. 

  • Check the heart rate and blood pressure again. 

  • Send the patient a chest x-ray to check for any complications.

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