What's the difference between angioplasty and stent placement?
Angioplasty uses a balloon catheter to widen a narrowed artery. A stent — a small mesh tube — is usually placed right after to hold the artery open and stop it from narrowing again.
How is angiography different from angioplasty?
Angiography is diagnostic — it locates blockages. Angioplasty is the treatment that follows, physically reopening the blocked artery, often with a stent placed to keep it open.
What are the risks of angiography?
It's considered a very safe procedure. Occasionally there can be bruising or bleeding at the insertion site, a reaction to the contrast dye, or, rarely, injury to the artery.
Is angiography painful, and how long does it take?
It's done under local anaesthesia, so you may notice pressure at the point where the catheter enters, but the procedure itself isn't painful. It usually takes 20–45 minutes, and most patients go home the same day or after a short overnight stay.
What is coronary angiography, and why is it performed?
It's an imaging test that uses X-rays and a contrast dye to map out the coronary arteries and reveal any narrowing or blockages, giving the cardiologist the information needed to plan the next step in treatment.
Is emergency cardiac care available 24×7 at Aster MIMS Mother Hospital, Areekode?
Yes. The Department of Cardiology offers 24×7 emergency cardiac care, including rapid evaluation and treatment for heart attacks, acute chest pain, life-threatening arrhythmias, and other cardiac emergencies, supported by an experienced emergency medicine and critical care team.
Is the procedure painful?
The procedure is generally well tolerated. Local anaesthesia is used to numb the treatment area, and mild sedation may be administered when required to ensure patient comfort.
What is Adipose Stem Cell Therapy ?
Adipose Stem Cell Therapy is an advanced regenerative medicine treatment that uses mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) obtained from a patient's own adipose (fat) tissue to promote healing, reduce inflammation, and support the repair of damaged tissues. These stem cells have the unique ability to aid tissue regeneration by releasing growth factors and anti-inflammatory molecules that enhance the body's natural healing process. The procedure involves collecting a small amount of fat tissue, typically from the abdomen or thigh, through a minimally invasive technique. The stem cell-rich component is then processed and injected precisely into the affected area, often under ultrasound guidance, to maximize treatment accuracy and effectiveness.
What is PRP therapy?
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy uses a concentrated sample of your own blood platelets, which contain growth factors that may promote healing of injured tendons, ligaments, muscles, and joints.
What are regenerative therapies?
Regenerative therapies are advanced treatments that stimulate the body's natural healing mechanisms to repair damaged tissues. Common regenerative treatments include Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy and other biologic therapies, depending on the patient's condition.
