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What is Balloon Angioplasty?
Balloon Angioplasty is a minimally invasive technique using which the fat deposits from the narrowed blood vessels(Atherosclerosis) are removed. The procedure is performed with the help of a narrow catheter with a balloon-like structure, in the end, used to widen the artery and to position a stent near the blocked blood vessel.
What are the advantages of Balloon Angioplasty?
Advantages of Balloon Angioplasty are:
What are the indications of Balloon Angioplasty?
Balloon Angioplasty is indicated in the following conditions:
What are the steps involved in Balloon Angioplasty?
Who are the best surgeons/doctors to perform Balloon Angioplasty?
A certified and trained Vascular surgeon or a Cardiologist who is well experienced in performing Balloon Angioplasty can perform this procedure.
What is the cost of Balloon Angioplasty?
Minimum cost for Balloon Angioplasty in India starts from Rs.1,47,250
Average expenses for Balloon Angioplasty in India is approximately Rs.2,05,000
Maximum amount to be paid for Balloon Angioplasty in India rises up to Rs.3,41,000
Cost of Balloon Angioplasty depends on factors such as:
Is Balloon Angioplasty a major procedure or minor procedure?
Balloon Angioplasty can be either a major or minor procedure depending on the patient's medical condition and the area to be treated.
What are the risks and complications associated with Balloon Angioplasty?
The following are the risks and complications involved in Balloon Angioplasty:
How long does it take to complete Balloon Angioplasty?
Balloon angioplasty may take around 1-2 hours to complete.
What is the recovery time for Balloon Angioplasty?
An individual may take around 2-5 days to completely recover from Balloon Angioplasty.
What is the success rate of Balloon Angioplasty?
The success rate of Balloon Angioplasty depends on the following factors:
However, the success rate of Balloon Angioplasty maybe 92%
Is Balloon Angioplasty Permanent?
Balloon Angioplasty is a permanent procedure as the artery is widened permanently by placing a stent with the help of the catheter tube and the catheter is withdrawn from the body once the stent is placed
What are the long-term results of Balloon Angioplasty?
Few of the long-term results of Balloon Angioplasty are:
What are the alternatives for Balloon Angioplasty?
Few of the alternatives for Balloon Angioplasty are: