Question 1

how could an angioplasty s function be tested?

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Stress test: A stress test is indicated if recurrent symptoms . Repeat cathetrisation if stress test is abnormal.

Question 2

sex after angioplasty?

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Usually okay: Get clearance from your cardiologist, but it is usually not a problem.

Question 3

what exactly is an angioplasty?

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Dilatation : Any type of dilatation of a blockage by balloon or other instrument inserted inside the blood vessel.

Question 4

how long does the angioplasty take?

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Variable: But on average, about an hour.  It depends on how many vessels are involved and how technically easy or difficult it is to approach them. In the setting of an on-going heart attack, that time is often shaved considerably since time is of the essence.

Question 5

how serious is an angioplasty procedure?

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Minimal: Minimally invasive but everything has potential risks ask your doctor to discuss prior to the procedure.

Question 6

what is the success rate of angioplasty?

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Very high: Greater than 95% with favorable coronary anatomy.

Question 7

what is the procedure for an angioplasty?

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Balloon in artery: You are probably referring to balloon angioplasty, which refers to inflating a specialized balloon in an artery to open up a blockage. This is usually done "percutaneously"; this means using a small tube which is inserted through a puncture site in the skin. Angioplasty can also be done with an open surgical procedure. In this case, a small "patch" is sewn to the artery to widen it.

Question 8

in general, how long will angioplasty last?

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Varies: Angioplasty's can be performed on any artery in the body. Certain areas are easier to access and treat than others. Certain blockages or problems are also more easily treated than others. Some of the shortest angioplasty cases may last only minutes while others may last several hours.

Question 9

how often will angioplasty need to be repeated?

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Angioplasty: I feel that you should discuss this with the physician who ordered the angioplasty.

Question 10

what food should a person eat after angioplasty?

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Most anything: After angioplasty, assuming there are no complications, i generally let tell my patients to eat a regular diet. Of course, i encourage all of my patients to eat as healthy as possible and to drink plenty of water to stay hydrated and keep alcohol and caffeine consumption limited for 24 hours afterwards. Check with your doctor to be sure, as there is no rule that applies to every situation.

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