Angioplasty is a medical procedure used to widen narrowed or obstructed arteries or veins, typically to treat conditions such as coronary artery disease or peripheral artery disease. During the procedure, a small balloon catheter is inserted into the narrowed vessel and inflated to compress the plaque against the vessel wall, restoring blood flow. In some cases, a stent may be inserted to help keep the artery or vein open after the balloon is removed. Angioplasty is often performed as a less invasive alternative to surgery and can help alleviate symptoms such as chest pain or leg pain caused by reduced blood flow.
Watchman
Watchman procedure is a minimally invasive treatment option for patients with atrial fibrillation (AFib) who are at risk of stroke and are unable to take long-term oral anticoagulant medication.