Innovative Blocked Artery Treatments at Artemis Cardiac

Your arteries are like life’s highways; they carry oxygen-rich blood from your heart and then deliver it to all parts of your body. They don’t just transport blood, but also do other tasks like

Delivering nutrients
Regulating blood pressure
Distributing hormones
Maintaining steady blood flow

But sometimes, these arteries can get blocked because of poor lifestyle habits or environmental factors, leading to coronary artery disease (CAD). When arteries get narrowed/blocked, you may experience symptoms like:

chest pain
Shortness
Breath
Dizziness
Even heart palpitations

And if there is complete artery blockage, it can trigger a heart attack. That’s why doctors at Artemis Cardiac Care may recommend innovative life-saving treatments like angioplasty with stent placement. These open up clogged arteries and reroute blood flow around the blockage.

Each treatment comes with its own benefits, and knowing them helps you make a well-informed decision with your doctor about the best way to regain your heart’s health.

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Blocked Arteries Treatment | Innovative Procedures

Here are the Blocked arteries treatments that the doctor may recommend based on the health condition

1. Stent Procedure

A tiny mesh tube called a stent is placed inside a blocked artery. This keeps the artery open to ensure blood flows smoothly and lowers strain on the heart.

2. Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery

This bypass surgery builds a new blood pathway around blocked arteries by using veins from other body parts. This allows for adequate blood and oxygen supply to the heart.

3. Angioplasty

It is a minimally invasive procedure that opens arteries (large blood vessels) by using a small balloon that is inflated inside the narrowed artery. This pushes fatty deposits aside and broadens the artery to improve blood flow to your heart muscle.

4. Drug-Eluting Stent

A drug-eluting stent is coated with medicine, which slowly releases drugs to stop the scar tissue from blocking the artery again, keeping it open longer. Today, almost 75% of all stents inserted during an angioplasty are drug-eluting stents.

Note: This may not be a choice for individuals with a history of bleeding problems.

5. Atherectomy

It is a minimally invasive procedure that a doctor may recommend to remove plaque buildup and open narrow or blocked arteries.

A device or catheter is inserted into the artery to remove hardened plaque by shaving or drilling it away. This makes the artery less blocked and helps restore blood flow.

6. Laser Angioplasty (Excimer Laser Coronary Angioplasty (ELCA))

It's a technique that makes use of laser energy to open blocked coronary arteries. A laser beam is used to melt or vaporize blockages in the artery to clear the way for blood to pass smoothly through the vessel. This offers a safer and often more effective alternative to traditional angioplasty.

7. Bioresorbable Stent (BRS)

A bioresorbable stent is a temporary tube inserted in a blocked artery to keep it open and release medication. Over time, it dissolves naturally and helps the artery to heal and work normally without leaving metal inside.

8. Advanced Imaging & AI-Assisted Planning

New AI-driven 3D imaging scans generate detailed pictures of heart arteries. This helps doctors curate customized treatment plans, such as stent placement, more accurately. This helps achieve less invasive procedures.

What Is The Best Treatment For Clogged Arteries?

All the treatments have their own unique benefits; the best one is based on individual factors like:

Severity and Extent of Blockages
Diagnosis
Patient Health and History
Urgency of Symptoms
Lifestyle and Personal Goals
Technical Feasibility

When Is Surgery For Blocked Arteries Recommended?

Doctors may recommend surgery for blocked arteries in the following conditions:

Multiple arterial blockages
Left main coronary artery blockage
Individuals with diabetes, particularly those with multi-vessel disease
Poor heart function
Persistent, severe chest pain
Failed or unsuitable less-invasive treatments
A severe heart attack

Innovative Treatments for Blocked Arteries Cost

The cost of innovative treatments for blocked arteries may vary based on factors like the type of hospital, the surgeon's experience, the type of room, and others. However, the general cost may range as given in the table:

Treatment / Procedure	Estimated Cost Range (INR)
Stent Procedure	7,000 – 40,000 (stent only) 70,000 – 2,50,000 (total procedure)
Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery (CABG)	1,80,000 – 3,60,000
Angioplasty	1,50,000 – 3,20,000
Drug-Eluting Stent	Around 40,000 per stent
Atherectomy	1,00,000 – 2,00,000 (with angioplasty)
Laser Angioplasty	2,00,000 – 3,50,000
Bioresorbable Stent (BRS)	40,000 – 1,00,000 per stent
Advanced Imaging & AI-Assisted Planning	20,000 – 50,000 (additional)

Conclusion

Arteries are the most important part of your circulatory system; hence, taking care of them becomes crucial. Here are some tips to keep your arteries healthy:

Eat a balanced diet
Choose lean protein and healthy fats
Limit unhealthy fats
Reduce added sugar and salt
Exercise regularly
Don't smoke
Limit alcohol
Manage stress
Maintain a healthy weight

However, if you still face any artery issue-related symptoms, then contact your doctor for timely treatment.

FAQs

Q1: What treatment would you recommend for someone with blocked arteries?
A: The doctor at Artemis Cardiac Care recommends the treatment based on:

Single for multiple blockage severity
Diagnosis
Other health conditions and individual factors

Options include lifestyle changes, medications, angioplasty with stents, bypass surgery, or other procedures for severe cases.

Q2: Can you live a normal life with blocked arteries?
A: Yes, by following your doctor's prescribed treatment and lifestyle changes, many individuals with blocked arteries can lead active, normal lives.

Q3: Can artery blockage be removed without surgery?
A: Based on severity, some blockages can be managed or improved with medicines and procedures such as angioplasty or enhanced external counterpulsation, avoiding open surgery.

Q4: How long can you live with blocked arteries?
A: With proper, timely treatment/procedures and following healthy habits, people can live for many years. However, untreated severe blockage can lead to life-threatening events.