Primary PCI (Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention) is an emergency procedure used to open a blocked heart artery during a severe heart attack, specifically an ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI). It is the "gold standard" treatment because it quickly restores blood flow to the heart muscle, minimizing permanent damage
Complex angioplasty refers to specialized percutaneous coronary interventions (PCI) required for difficult arterial blockages that carry a higher risk of complications and technical failure compared to standard procedures.
Pacemaker implantation is a minor surgical procedure where a small electronic device is placed in the chest to regulate slow or irregular heartbeats. It works by sending low-energy electrical pulses to the heart, ensuring it maintains a safe and regular rate.
CRT (Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy) implantation is a procedure to place a specialized pacemaker that helps both ventricles of the heart contract simultaneously. It is primarily used for patients with heart failure whose heart chambers have fallen out of sync, making it difficult to pump blood effectively.
PDA (Patent Ductus Arteriosus) device closure is a minimally invasive, non-surgical procedure used to seal an abnormal connection between the aorta and the pulmonary artery. This connection, which is vital during fetal development to bypass the lungs, normally closes shortly after birth.
Angioplasty, also known as Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), is a minimally invasive medical procedure used to open blocked or narrowed arteries to restore healthy blood flow. It most commonly treats atherosclerosis, where plaque (fat, cholesterol, and calcium) builds up in the artery walls.
