Facts Abut Angioplasty - Diseaes and Conditions Index

Written in an easy to read style, this fact sheet provides patients with essential information about coronary angioplasty. This procedure is used to open narrow or clogged blood vessels for a wide array of patients and conditions related to coronary artery disease. Explains the different enhancements to the basic balloon - stents, lasers, etc, - relationship to heart diseases, risk factors, optimal conditions and qualifications for providers, and more information essential to heart patients considering this procedure. Contains links to other online and offline resources.
,Br>Facts About Angioplasty - Diseases and Conditions Index. NIH Publication Number 06-5691. 2006. 8 pages. 8.5" x 11". Color.

Item number

06-5691

Pages

8

Current copy: nhlbi.nih.gov