Thursday, August 21, 2008
Tests and Procedures
AblationAtherectomy
Balloon Angioplasty
Cardiac Catheterization
Cardioversion
Coronary Angiography
Peripheral Vascular
Stent Placement
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Angiogram
Angiography is a diagnostic tool using X-rays to examine a patient’s blood vessels. In this procedure, a cardiologist inserts a catheter into a vein or artery through the arm or groin. The catheter is then guided to the area of interest and dye is injected. The dye defines anatomy of the blood vessels and pictures are created, which are displayed on a monitor. These images help the physician determine if there are any problems with circulation.