 Coronary angiogram - Summary
A coronary angiogram test helps your doctors look at the blood vessels of the heart. In this procedure, the doctor injects dye into the coronary arteries so that they can be x-rayed. An angiogram is the best way to find out if arteries are blocked or restricted by plaque.
If a coronary artery is blocked, your doctor may recommend a coronary angioplasty. A coronary angioplasty is a procedure that allows your doctor to open narrowed arteries of the heart. This procedure uses a balloon to open arteries so that blood flow to the heart can be increased.
Coronary angiograms and angioplasties are very safe. Risks and complications are very rare. Knowing about them will help you detect them early if they happen |