Question: What is angioplasty

Jacinta Nzilani answered on 22 Jul 2025:

Hey there! 🫀

🔍 Angioplasty Definition:
Angioplasty is a medical procedure used to open narrowed or blocked blood vessels, especially arteries that supply blood to the heart. ❤️‍🔥

🛠️ How It Works:

A tiny balloon is attached to a thin tube (called a catheter).

The catheter is guided into the blocked artery.

The balloon is then inflated to push the plaque against the artery walls, widening the space for blood to flow. 💨

Sometimes, a stent (a small wire mesh tube) is left in the artery to keep it open.

✅ Used To Treat:
Coronary artery disease (CAD)

Blocked or narrowed arteries in the heart or limbs

To reduce chest pain (angina) or prevent a heart attack