The use of a balloon to widen or unblock an artery is referred to as "angioplasty." However, during the majority of contemporary angioplasty operations, a brief wire mesh tube known as a stent is also inserted into the artery. To promote better blood flow, the stent is left in place permanently. The use of a balloon to widen or unblock an artery is referred to as "angioplasty." However, during the majority of contemporary angioplasty operations, a brief wire mesh tube known as a stent is also inserted into the artery. To promote better blood flow, the stent is left in place permanently.
The use of a balloon to widen or unblock an artery is referred to as "angioplasty." However, during the majority of contemporary angioplasty operations, a brief wire mesh tube known as a stent is also inserted into the artery. To promote better blood flow, the stent is left in place permanently. The use of a balloon to widen or unblock an artery is referred to as "angioplasty." However, during the majority of contemporary angioplasty operations, a brief wire mesh tube known as a stent is also inserted into the artery. To promote better blood flow, the stent is left in place permanently.
Angioplasty is a minimally invasive procedure to open narrowed or blocked heart vessels using a catheter with a balloon tip. It improves blood flow and relieves chest pain.
Romania has advanced cardiology facilities, but waiting times can be long (1-3 weeks). Costs are relatively low: €2000-€5000.