What Is Coronary Angioplasty

What Is Coronary Angioplasty

Coronary angioplasty, also known as percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), is a minimally invasive procedure that helps restore blood flow in narrowed or blocked coronary arteries. The word angioplasty comes from Greek roots meaning vessel shaping, which reflects the goal of widening the affected blood vessel. During the procedure, a small balloon is inserted into the … Read more