9 Angioplasty Doctors in Hyderabad

Frequently Asked Questions 

What is Angioplasty?

Angioplasty is a corrective procedure that helps to widen the narrowed blood vessels and also removes the blockages in the blood vessels. Thus, it restores the normal bloodstream throughout the arteries. Various Angioplasty procedures are accessible and based on the type of plaque [sticky deposit], size and shape of the artery;  the doctor will choose which method should be utilized.

Different types of Angioplasty techniques are:

1. Laser Angioplasty [Excimer laser coronary angioplasty-ELCA]
2. Balloon Angioplasty
3. Peripheral Angioplasty
4. Coronary artery stent
5. Carotid artery Angioplasty 
6. Stent implantation
7. Cerebral Angioplasty
8. Percutaneous transluminal angioplasty of the femoral artery
9. Valvuloplasty
10. Renal artery Angioplasty

What are the benefits of Angioplasty?

Benefits of Angioplasty are as follows:

1. It is a less invasive procedure
2. Decreased blood loss
3. Short hospitalization
4. Lowers the risk of recurrence of a heart attack
5. Widens the narrowed blood vessels or arteries
6. Restores the normal blood flow to the heart muscle

What are the indications of Angioplasty?

During the following conditions, Angioplasty may be recommended:

1. Obstruction of the blood flow in the renal artery
2. Heart attack
3. Proximal lesion
4. Ischemia
5. Coronary heart disease
6. Angina

How to prepare for Angioplasty?

1. The patient may be asked about the present and past medical and medication history.
2. The doctor may suggest some tests to check the condition of the blockages.
3. The patient should stop eating or drinking before 6 hours of the procedure.
4. Discuss with the doctor about all the risks, complications, and benefits associated with the Angioplasty.
5. The patient may be asked to sign a consent form before undergoing this procedure.

What are the steps involved in Angioplasty?

Angioplasty involves the following steps:

1. The patient will be sedated and after sedation, a catheter or small tube will be inserted into the large artery.
2. Later, the catheter is slowly directed throughout the artery until the tip reaches the vessel that needed to be examined.
3. Now, the contrast dye is injected into the blood vessel through the catheter, and the X-rays of the blood vessels will be taken.
4. These X-ray images may be examined by the doctor and finds blocked/narrowed blood vessels.
5. Then, a small balloon at the end of the catheter will be inflated and widens the narrowed artery.
6. After widening the artery, the balloon will be deflated. In some cases, a stent will be placed in the blocked artery for normal blood flow.

What is the recovery care for Angioplasty?

1. The patient may need to stay in the hospital until awake from the sedation.
2. Use painkillers, if the pain is severe.
3. The patient may feel faint or weak, chest pain, and/or shortness of breath.
4. If bleeding is seen at the procedure site, consult the doctor immediately.

Who can perform Angioplasty?

Angioplasty may be performed by:

1. Vascular surgeon
2. Interventional Cardiologist

What is the cost of Angioplasty in Hyderabad?

In Hyderabad the cost of Angioplasty depends on:

1. Age of the patient
2. Admission fee
3. The admission room that you opted for
4. Area of the body to be treated
5. Type of the hospital
6. Doctor fee
7. The medical condition of the patient
8. Post-surgical complications that are involved

The minimum cost for Angioplasty in Hyderabad starts from Rs.68,000

An average cost for Angioplasty in Hyderabad is approximately Rs.1,57,000

The maximum cost for Angioplasty in Hyderabad is up to Rs.3,85,000

Is Angioplasty a major surgery or minor surgery?

Angioplasty is a major procedure as it involves inserting a catheter directly into the blood vessel. 

Who can undergo Angioplasty?

Angioplasty may be recommended to the individuals who are: 

1. Suffering from angina
2. At the risk of developing heart disease
3. Suffering from severe atherosclerosis [the blockage of blood vessels]
4. With severe chest pain during rest or stress

Who cannot undergo Angioplasty?

Angioplasty is not done to the people who are:

1. With a known cause for heart disease and chest pain
2. Currently on medications such as blood thinners and antiplatelets
3. Suffering from severe kidney disease

What are the risks and complications of Angioplasty?

Risks and complications that are involved in Angioplasty are:

1. Irregular heartbeats
2. Blood clot formation
3. Bleeding at the site of catheter insertion
4. Infection
5. Heart attack or stroke may occur
6. Damage to the artery or the heart muscle

How long does it take to complete Angioplasty?

It may take almost 30-60 minutes to complete the procedure and sometimes more time depending on the condition of the patient. 

What is the recovery time for Angioplasty?

People who undergo Angioplasty along with a stent may be able to walk after 6 hours of the procedure. 

What is the success rate of Angioplasty?

The success rate of Angioplasty depends on:

1. The medical condition of an individual
2. Experience of the doctor in performing Angioplasty
3. Age of the patient 

However, the success rate of Angioplasty maybe around 92%.

Is Angioplasty painful?

Angioplasty involves the insertion of a catheter in the larger artery and this may cause mild to moderate pain and in a few cases, general anesthesia may be given to sedate the patient and does not feel any pain during the insertion and removal of the catheter from the artery.

Is Angioplasty Permanent?

Angioplasty may be a permanent procedure as the stent will remain permanently in the artery. 

What are the long-term results associated with the Angioplasty?

The following are the long-term results of Angioplasty:

1. Improves the blood supply
2. Improves the quality of life of the patient
3. Symptoms of cardiac disease will be decreased

However, in the long run, Angioplasty may cause hypertension and may need to perform another Angioplasty.

Can Angioplasty be detected in the future?

A stent may be placed in the blocked blood vessel and it can be detected under X-ray examination. 

What if Angioplasty fails?

If Angioplasty fails, the doctor may perform open surgery to widen the narrowed or blocked blood vessels. 

What are the alternatives available for Angioplasty? 

Some of the alternatives for Angioplasty are:

1. Anticoagulants
2. Enhanced external counterpulsation [EECP]
3. Anti-cholesterol drugs