I have to have an angiogram post cerebral aneurysm coiling 8 months ago. routine check. is angiogram a risky procedure. im having mine under ga?

It is routine: Although risks of procedures vary, under the right hands, an angiogram is safe and commonly done. The risks of not having one done, and missing something important are far greater than any risk in having it done. General anesthesia, which is safe and routinely done, has greater risks than the procedure itself.

Low risk: All risk factors must be considered. Heart, lung, kidney, diabetes and medications. Allergies small, puncture of artery and catheter passed to inject the radio opaque dye. Ask about ct angio or MRI as followup? Perhaps thought is to do more coils? Ask why general anes? Most are local with some sedatives.

Good question: With improved resolution of noninvasive brain vascular imaging, cta and mras are becoming increasingly used because they provide helpful information and are much safer for the patient. General anesthesia for a followup catheter angiogram would be very unusual. Consider a second opinion. Please refer to the brain aneurysm center for women for more information. http://www.chicagoaneurysm.com.