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Balloon Angioplasty for Aortic Coarctation

Posted On: 04-21-2015
Balloon Angioplasty for Aortic Coarctation

What is Balloon Angioplasty for Aortic Coarctation?

A minimally invasive procedure, balloon angioplasty for aortic coarctation involves the use of a catheter to both deliver and then inflate a balloon to the narrowed section of the descending aorta. This improves the blood flow by expanding the artery. The catheter is threaded from a vessel in the groin to the aorta. In some cases, a stent is placed after the angioplasty.

Also Known As:

  • Catheter-based repair of aortic coarctation
  • Aortic coarctation surgery
  • Heart surgery
  • Balloon surgery
  • Aorta surgery

Conditions Treated with Balloon Angioplasty for Aortic Coarctation:

Balloon angioplasty for aortic coarctation is utilized to treat narrowing of the aortic artery.

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Non-Surgical or Other Surgical Alternatives to Balloon Angioplasty for Aortic Coarctation:

There are no comparable non-surgical alternatives to balloon angioplasty for aortic coarctation. Surgical alternatives to the procedure include patch aortoplasty, end to end anastomosis, bypass graft repair and left subclavian flap angioplasty.

Potential Complications from Balloon Angioplasty for Aortic Coarctation:

Possible risks following balloon angioplasty for aortic coarctation include infection, bleeding, high blood pressure and recurrent aortic coarctation.

Prognosis after Balloon Angioplasty for Aortic Coarctation:

The prognosis for a positive end result following balloon angioplasty for aortic coarctation is good.

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