Coronary angioplasty: using balloons to open clogged arteries

Article Abstract:

Percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty is the most common nonsurgical treatment for the chest pain caused by blocked coronary arteries. The procedure has a 90% success rate, but for up to half of patients the artery renarrows and further treatment is necessary.

Health aspects, Usage, Heart attack, Transluminal angioplasty, Balloon angioplasty, Coronary arteries

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Angina treatments

Article Abstract:

Angina is chest pain caused by a narrowing of the arteries to the heart. Among the treatments to be considered are angioplasty and bypass surgery. The various treatments for angina are discussed.

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EECP: putting the squeeze on chest pain

Article Abstract:

Enhanced external counterpulsation treatment is a nonsurgical outpatient procedure that may improve circulation to the heart in chronic angina sufferers.

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