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What is Angioplasty?
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Dr Brendan Stanley
Vascular Surgeon
Dr Brendan Stanley is a Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon with over 25 years' experience. He practices in Perth, Murdoch and Mandurah, Western Australia. Brendan has … View Profile
Angioplasty is a procedure using a catheter which incorporates a balloon to dilate the artery. Using image guidance the catheter is inserted through the artery to the area of the blockage. The balloon is inflated opening the artery and improving the blood flow. The balloon is then deflated and the catheter and balloon removed. Angioplasty may be used with or without stenting.
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