Complex Coronary Angioplasty

Complex coronary angioplasty is an advanced minimally invasive procedure used to treat severe and difficult blockages in the heart’s arteries. These blockages may involve multiple vessels, long or calcified lesions, chronic total occlusions, or previously treated arteries that have narrowed again. The procedure helps restore normal blood flow to the heart, relieving chest pain and reducing the risk of heart attack.

During the procedure, a thin catheter is guided through the blood vessels to the blocked artery. A small balloon is inflated to open the blockage, and a stent is placed to keep the artery open. Advanced imaging and specialized techniques are used to ensure safety and precision, even in the most challenging cases.

What is Complex Coronary Angioplasty?

Complex coronary angioplasty is performed when routine angioplasty may not be sufficient due to the nature or location of the blockage. It is used for patients with advanced coronary artery disease where multiple or difficult blockages affect blood flow to the heart.

This procedure is commonly performed for:

• Severe or long-standing blockages in heart arteries
• Multiple blocked coronary arteries
• Heavily calcified or rigid plaques
• Chronic total occlusions (completely blocked arteries)
• Blockages at vessel junctions (bifurcation lesions)

When is Complex Angioplasty Recommended?

• Persistent or severe chest pain not controlled by medicines
• Heart attack or high-risk unstable angina
• Significant blockages detected on coronary angiography
• Breathlessness due to reduced heart blood supply
• Previous stent blockage (restenosis)

Benefits of Complex Coronary Angioplasty

• Restores normal blood flow to the heart
• Relieves chest pain and improves exercise capacity
• Reduces the risk of heart attack
• Minimally invasive with no open surgery
• Short hospital stay and faster recovery
• Allows quick return to daily activities