Expert Cardiologists in Hadapsar, Pune

1. What is Coronary Angiography?

Coronary Angiography is a diagnostic procedure that uses contrast dye and X-ray imaging to visualize the coronary arteries. It helps detect blockages or narrowing that may reduce blood flow to the heart and assists cardiologists in planning the most appropriate treatment.

2. When is Angiography recommended?

Your doctor may recommend angiography if you have chest pain, abnormal ECG or TMT results, suspected coronary artery disease, unexplained shortness of breath, or if you have suffered a heart attack.

3. What is Coronary Angioplasty (PTCA)?

Coronary Angioplasty, also known as Percutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty (PTCA), is a minimally invasive procedure used to open blocked or narrowed coronary arteries. A balloon and, in most cases, a stent are used to restore normal blood flow to the heart.

4. What is the difference between Angiography and Angioplasty?

Angiography is a diagnostic procedure used to identify blocked arteries, whereas Angioplasty is a treatment procedure performed to open those blockages and restore blood circulation to the heart.

5. What is a Drug-Eluting Stent (DES)?

A Drug-Eluting Stent (DES) is a small metal mesh tube coated with medication that is placed inside a blocked artery during angioplasty. It helps keep the artery open and reduces the risk of the artery becoming narrowed again.

6. What is Primary Angioplasty (Primary PCI)?

Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (Primary PCI) is an emergency angioplasty performed immediately after a heart attack to quickly restore blood flow to the heart. It is considered the gold standard treatment for many types of heart attacks.

7. What is CABG (Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting)?

CABG is an open-heart surgical procedure that creates a new pathway for blood to flow around blocked coronary arteries using healthy blood vessels taken from another part of the body. It is recommended for patients with multiple or complex coronary artery blockages.

8. What is a Pacemaker and when is it needed?

A pacemaker is a small implantable medical device that helps regulate slow or irregular heartbeats. It is recommended for patients with certain heart rhythm disorders (arrhythmias) that cause symptoms such as dizziness, fainting, fatigue, or breathlessness.

9. Is Pacemaker implantation a major surgery?

No. Pacemaker implantation is a minimally invasive procedure performed under local anaesthesia. Most patients recover quickly and can resume their normal daily activities within a short period, following their cardiologist’s advice.

10. How long does an Angioplasty procedure take?

A routine angioplasty generally takes between 30 minutes and 2 hours, depending on the complexity of the blockage and the number of arteries requiring treatment.

11. How long does it take to recover after Angioplasty?

Most patients can return home within 24 to 48 hours after an uncomplicated angioplasty. Complete recovery usually takes a few days, and patients are advised to follow medication, dietary, and lifestyle recommendations.

12. What are the symptoms of heart disease?

Common symptoms include chest pain, chest heaviness, shortness of breath, palpitations, dizziness, excessive sweating, pain radiating to the arm or jaw, fatigue, and swelling in the legs. Immediate medical attention is recommended if these symptoms occur.

13. Who is at risk of developing heart disease?

Risk factors include high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, obesity, smoking, excessive alcohol consumption, physical inactivity, stress, unhealthy diet, increasing age, and a family history of heart disease.

14. Can heart disease be prevented?

Many heart conditions can be prevented by maintaining a healthy lifestyle, exercising regularly, eating a balanced diet, controlling blood pressure and diabetes, avoiding tobacco, managing stress, and undergoing regular heart health check-ups.

15. Why choose Villoo Poonawalla Memorial Hospital for Cardiac Care?

Villoo Poonawalla Memorial Hospital offers comprehensive cardiac care with experienced cardiologists, advanced diagnostic facilities, modern Cath Lab services, coronary angiography, angioplasty (PTCA), pacemaker implantation, cardiac surgery support, emergency heart care, and personalized treatment plans—all delivered with a commitment to ethical, affordable, and patient-centred healthcare in Hadapsar, Pune.