Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI)
What is Percutaneous Coronary Intervention PCI? Also called angioplasty with stenting, PCI involves inserting a catheter into a blocked artery and inflating a balloon to restore blood flow. A stent (mesh tube) is then placed to keep the artery open. This improves blood flow to the heart and reduces symptoms like chest pain. This procedure […]
Pacemaker Implantation
What is Pacemaker Implantation? A pacemaker is a small device implanted under the skin of the chest to help control abnormal heart rhythms. It sends electrical signals to prompt the heart to beat at a normal rate. This is often used for slow heart rates (bradycardia) or other rhythm disturbances that cause fatigue, fainting, or […]
Nuclear Stress Test
What is a Nuclear Stress Test? This test combines exercise or medication-induced stress with a small amount of radioactive tracer and imaging to assess how well blood flows to your heart muscle during activity and rest. It identifies areas with poor circulation or prior heart damage. This procedure helps to: What to expect after a […]