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Coronary Angioplasty
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Coronary angioplasty, also known as percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), is a medical procedure used to open blocked or narrowed coronary arteries. During the procedure, a small balloon is inflated in the blocked artery to improve blood flow to the heart.
Key Features
- Improves blood flow to the heart
- Minimally invasive procedure
- Can be performed on an outpatient basis
- Effective in relieving symptoms of coronary artery disease
Pros
- Effective in improving blood flow to the heart
- Minimally invasive compared to traditional surgery
- Relieves symptoms of coronary artery disease
Cons
- Risk of complications such as bleeding or damage to the artery
- May require repeat procedures in some cases