Advanced Treatment for Blocked Heart Arteries

Coronary Angioplasty, also known as Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), is a minimally invasive procedure used to open narrowed or blocked coronary arteries and improve blood flow to the heart.

Dr. Sanjeev Sidana, an experienced Interventional Cardiologist in Jaipur, provides comprehensive evaluation and advanced treatment for coronary artery disease, including angioplasty and complex coronary interventions.

Coronary arteries supply oxygen-rich blood to the heart muscle. When these arteries become narrowed or blocked due to plaque buildup, blood flow to the heart can decrease and may cause chest pain, shortness of breath, or other symptoms.

During coronary angioplasty, a thin catheter with a small balloon is guided to the narrowed area of the artery. The balloon is carefully inflated to widen the artery. In many cases, a stent is placed to help keep the artery open and maintain adequate blood flow.

A cardiologist may consider coronary angioplasty when significant narrowing or blockage is affecting blood flow to the heart. It may be considered in situations such as:-

The decision to perform angioplasty depends on the patient's symptoms, angiography findings, medical history, and overall clinical condition.

The procedure is generally performed through an artery in the wrist or groin. A catheter is guided toward the coronary arteries, and contrast imaging helps identify the affected area.

A balloon catheter is then positioned at the narrowed segment and inflated to restore blood flow. A coronary stent may subsequently be placed to support the artery and reduce the chance of it narrowing again.

The exact technique and type of stent are selected according to the patient's coronary anatomy and clinical requirements.

Some coronary blockages require more advanced interventional techniques because of their location, severity, calcification, or complexity.

Dr. Sanjeev Sidana has experience in interventional cardiology and complex coronary interventions, with treatment planning individualized according to each patient's condition.

Following angioplasty, patients are monitored and receive specific instructions regarding medicines, activity, diet, and follow-up care. Taking prescribed antiplatelet medicines consistently is particularly important after stent placement.

Long-term management may also include control of blood pressure, cholesterol and diabetes, along with regular physical activity, a heart-healthy diet, avoiding tobacco, and routine cardiac follow-up.

With 25+ years of experience in interventional cardiology, Dr. Sanjeev Sidana provides evaluation and treatment for coronary artery disease with an emphasis on appropriate diagnosis, individualized treatment planning, and comprehensive follow-up care.

If you have been diagnosed with coronary artery blockage or advised to undergo angioplasty, schedule a consultation with Dr. Sanjeev Sidana for evaluation and personalized cardiac care.