Angiography

Preparation

1. Pre-assessment: tell the team about your medical conditions, allergies, previous contrast reactions and kidney problems. Your clinician may request an examination and blood tests.
2. Medicines: provide a list of all medicines you take, especially blood thinners and diabetes medicines. Change or stop them only on your clinician’s instructions.
3. Food and drink: ask the team when to stop eating or drinking. If sedation is planned, you may be asked not to eat for a few hours beforehand; do not fast without instructions.
4. Getting home: arrange someone to take you home; do not drive yourself after the procedure. Ask your questions about preparation and risks before the visit.

Procedure duration

Catheter angiography usually takes 30 minutes to 2 hours. This is an estimate for the procedure alone; preparation and observation afterwards make the overall visit longer. Timing may change if additional treatment is planned. Confirm the expected time at the clinic beforehand.

After your visit

• Observation: afterwards, the team checks your condition and catheter entry site. It is often possible to go home a few hours later on the same day, but an overnight stay may be needed; the team decides when you can leave.
• Entry-site care: mild bruising and tenderness can occur. Follow the instructions you receive about dressings, washing and wound care.
• Activity and follow-up: ask your clinician when you can return to driving, work, exercise and heavy lifting. There is no single recovery time for everyone; clarify how to receive results and arrange follow-up.

When to seek help

Seek medical advice immediately for entry-site bleeding that does not stop despite pressure, severe pain, redness, swelling and warmth, a firm painful lump, or an arm or leg that becomes pale or cold. Call emergency medical help for breathing difficulty, loss of consciousness or severe bleeding.

Insurance information

• İcbari Tibbi Sığorta
• Atəşgah Sığorta
• Mega Sığorta
• PAŞA Sığorta
• Sənaye Sığorta
• Premium Sığorta

All services can be covered through İcbari Tibbi Sığorta and Atəşgah Sığorta. Coverage is confirmed before your visit based on individual eligibility and insurance terms. The clinic also works with Mega Sığorta, PAŞA Sığorta, Sənaye Sığorta and Premium Sığorta. Confirm coverage for your specific service and policy terms with the clinic and insurer before your visit.

Before booking, check service coverage, referral and authorization requirements, required documents, and any out-of-pocket costs with the clinic and insurer.

Request an appointment

Send your name, phone number and preferred date. The clinic will contact you to clarify the service and confirm the appointment time.