Medically reviewed by David Hampton, MD Key Takeaways Balloon angioplasty is used to widen blocked or narrow blood vessels.It ...

In the past, heart problems were often seen as frightening and potentially fatal. While cardiac conditions remain serious, advances in heart medicine over recent years have dramatically improved ...

Dr. David Faxon answers the question: 'What Is Angioplasty And When Is It Done?' — -- Question: What is angioplasty and when is it done? Answer: Angioplasty is a technique that's done during a ...

An angiogram is a diagnostic procedure to detect conditions affecting the heart and blood vessels. An angioplasty is a curative procedure to treat conditions relating to arterial plaque buildup. An ...

A new procedure approved for use jointly at Auburn Regional Medical Center and Federal Way's St. Francis Hospital means less travel and unfamiliar surroundings for patients. The state Department of ...

Q. My husband recently suffered a small heart attack and had an angioplasty performed and a stent inserted soon after his symptoms began. But I just read a news report about a recent investigation ...

A recent study found that effective treatment for clogged arteries may differ for men and women, according to research ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Balloon angioplasty and stent implantation procedures in the early postoperative period after congenital heart ...

HealthFirst reporter Leslie Toldo shows us how going through the wrist instead of the leg is making angioplasty better. The wrist is not only closer to the heart, it may be the better route to ...

Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a condition in which plaque builds up in the arteries. Plaque is made of cholesterol, fat, calcium, and fibrous tissues. When plaque builds up in the arteries, ...