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Coronary Angiography
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Our expert technicians, with over 25 years of experience, have performed 11,500+ Angiographies & Angioplasties at our state-of-the-art facility.
Skilled Approach for Minimal Complications
Experience a negligible rate of complications, such as Blood Loss or Hematoma, thanks to our skilled approach to performing Angiography.
Quick Recovery and Minimal Hospital Stay
Enjoy shorter hospital stays, as most patients are able to go home on the same day or the next day, facilitating a swift recovery process.
Coronary Angiography at VGK
Coronary Angiography is a key diagnostic procedure used to detect and assess heart conditions such as Coronary Artery Disease, a condition in which the coronary arteries become narrowed or blocked, reducing blood flow to the heart. By creating detailed images of these arteries, doctors can accurately evaluate the location, extent, and severity of blockages.
This procedure helps determine the most suitable treatment approach — whether medication is sufficient or if interventions such as Coronary Angioplasty, stent placement, or Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery are needed.
Although Coronary Angiography is considered an invasive test, it is significantly less invasive than traditional open-heart surgery. The procedure is performed by inserting a thin catheter through a small incision in the groin or arm and guiding it up to the heart. As a result, patients typically experience minimal discomfort, faster recovery, and a lower risk of complications compared to open-heart surgery.
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How to Prepare for this Procedure
How should a patient prepare for this Procedure?
Patients are usually admitted on the same day. They should carry all previous reports including blood reports. Fasting for 3 hours is needed before the procedure. Anticoagulants (a type of blood thinners) if they are being used need to be stopped for 2 to 3 days before the procedure. This procedure is done under local Anaesthesia. It is done mostly through the hand (radial artery) or sometimes through the groin (femoral artery).
What type of activity can the patient expect during procedure?
Coronary Angiography is done at the Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory. A dye that can be seen on an X-Ray is injected into your bloodstream through a catheter. The dye allows your doctor to see the flow of blood to your heart muscle and the blockage if there is any inside the arteries. Procedure duration is usually around 30 to 45 mins and is done under local anaesthesia. Patients may experience a pinprick during the local anaesthesia injection. Patients remain conscious during the procedure.
How can a caregiver/family member help patient before, during and after the Procedure?
Mostly, the patient remains mobile and can take care of himself/herself for daily needs. A family member can provide some physical support if the patient remains immobile for a few hours, especially if the procedure is performed through the groin. Emotional support is the most important thing that a family member can provide to a patient during and after the procedure.
Advice or guidance for patient after this Procedure
It is a diagnostic procedure, and you can resume work the next day, especially if done via the wrist. If done through the groin, then you could be asked to rest for a day. Discharge is expected on the same day or the next day unless you had a heart attack, in which case the stay could be longer depending on your medical status or condition.
Is there any major risk involved in the procedure?
This is an invasive procedure so carries some risk; however, any major risk is less than 0.1%.
Is contrast used during procedure? Is it safe?
Yes. Contrast is used during the procedure to visualise blood flow under Fluoroscopy. Any major reaction to contrast is very rare. Contrast is not good for patients with kidney dysfunction. However, with the Nephrologist’s help, Angiography can be done in renal dysfunction patients too.
