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At Subang Jaya Medical Centre's Heart, Vascular, and Thoracic Department, we offer advanced treatment options to address coronary artery disease (CAD) and restore blood flow to your heart. One of the key procedures we perform is Angioplasty, also known as Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI). This minimally invasive procedure involves widening narrowed or blocked coronary arteries to improve blood flow and relieve symptoms.
During an Angioplasty, a catheter with a deflated balloon at its tip is inserted into a blood vessel, usually in your groin or wrist, and carefully guided to the site of the blockage. Once in position, the balloon is inflated, compressing the plaque against the artery walls and widening the artery. Sometimes, a stent, a small mesh tube, may be inserted to help keep the artery open and prevent it from narrowing again.
1. Restoring Blood Flow: Angioplasty aims to restore blood flow to the heart muscle by reopening narrowed or blocked arteries. By improving blood flow, this procedure can relieve symptoms such as chest pain (angina) and reduce the risk of a heart attack.
2. Minimally Invasive Procedure: Angioplasty is performed through a small incision and requires only a local anaesthetic, making it a minimally invasive alternative to traditional open-heart surgery. It typically involves shorter hospital stays, quicker recovery times, and less scarring.
3. Individualised Treatment: Angioplasty is a highly personalised procedure tailored to each patient's specific condition. Our skilled cardiologists evaluate the extent and location of the blockage to determine the most appropriate approach, including the use of drug-eluting stents or other advanced techniques to achieve optimal results.
At SJMC, we prioritise patient safety and outcomes during Angioplasty procedures. Our experienced interventional cardiologists and specialised medical team utilise state-of-the-art equipment and technologies to ensure precise positioning of the balloon and stent, resulting in effective and successful interventions.
Contact us today to schedule a consultation and experience the advantages of our Heart, Vascular, and Thoracic Department.