Can laser angioplasty be combined with other treatments?
Yes, laser angioplasty can be used in combination with other techniques such as balloon angioplasty, stent placement, or atherectomy to achieve optimal results, especially in complex cases.
Are there any risks associated with laser angioplasty?
While laser angioplasty is generally safe, there are risks such as vessel injury, bleeding, or vessel perforation. Your healthcare provider will discuss the potential risks and benefits of the procedure with you.
What conditions can laser angioplasty treat?
Laser angioplasty is commonly used to treat conditions such as coronary artery disease, peripheral artery disease, and carotid artery disease. It is particularly useful for complex blockages or those with calcified plaque.
What is another device that can be used in atherectomy?
In atherectomy, a laser catheter can be used to vaporize the fatty plaque in the artery.
Can LAAC prevent stroke?
Apart from clots traveling to the brain, there are other factors that can cause stroke, such as elevated blood pressure and narrowing of the blood vessels in the brain. LAAC will only prevent strokes due to clots and not any other.
Does the LAAC implant cure atrial fibrillation?
The LAAC does not cure atrial fibrillation like the blood thinning medication.
In the ablation procedure, how many burns are required to treat ventricular tachycardia in a patient?
The number of burns varies among the patients.
What is another device that can be used in atherectomy?
In atherectomy, a laser catheter can be used to vaporize the fatty plaque in the artery.
What is the other name of atherectomy?
The other name for this procedure is rotoblaster.
Why is a stent placed in a blocked coronary artery?
A stent is placed to keep the blocked artery open and reduce the chances of narrowing again.
