What are angioplasty and stents?
What is angioplasty?
Angioplasty widens a narrowed artery with a balloon catheter. It is often done in the same session as angiography.
What is a stent?
A stent is a thin metal tube left inside the artery to keep it open. Most modern stents have a drug coating.
After the procedure
Blood thinners are prescribed afterwards — take them exactly as directed. Lifestyle changes matter for the long-term result.
This is general patient education, not individual medical advice. Do not stop or change medicines yourself. Fast or make other preparations only when instructed by your care team.
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