Angioplasty with Angiography Treatment in Turkey
About Angioplasty with Angiography
Key Highlights
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Minimally invasive with no large surgical incisions.Combines diagnosis (angiography) and treatment (angioplasty) in a single procedure.Effectively relieves symptoms of angina (chest pain) and shortness of breath.Significantly reduces the risk of heart attack in patients with blockages.Typically involves a short hospital stay (often 1-2 days) and faster recovery than open surgery.Uses a stent in most cases to provide long-term support and keep the artery open./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Stable or unstable angina (chest pain) due to coronary artery disease.
- Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS), including a heart attack (myocardial infarction).
- Positive results from a stress test indicating reduced blood flow to the heart.
- High-grade blockage (usually 70% or more) in one or more coronary arteries.
- To improve heart function and quality of life in symptomatic patients.
How to prepare
- Complete blood tests, ECG, and possibly an echocardiogram.
- Discuss all current medications with your cardiologist; you may need to stop blood thinners like aspirin or clopidogrel temporarily.
- Fast (no food or drink) for 6-8 hours before the procedure.
- Arrange for someone to drive you home after discharge.
- Inform the doctor of any allergies, especially to iodine, contrast dye, or medications.
Risks & possible complications
- Bleeding, bruising, or infection at the catheter insertion site (groin or wrist).
- Allergic reaction to the contrast dye used during angiography.
- Damage to the blood vessel at the access site or the coronary artery.
- Blood clot formation or re-narrowing of the artery (restenosis), sometimes requiring a repeat procedure.
- Rare but serious risks include heart attack, stroke, kidney damage from the dye, or arrhythmias.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial monitoring for 4-6 hours in a recovery area; hospital stay is typically 1-2 days.
- Keep the insertion site clean and dry; avoid strenuous activity for about a week.
- Drink plenty of fluids to help flush the contrast dye from your kidneys.
- Take all prescribed medications, especially antiplatelets (like aspirin/clopidogrel) to prevent clots.
- Attend all follow-up appointments and cardiac rehabilitation if recommended.
- Most patients can return to light work within a week, but full recovery may take 2-3 weeks.
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Typical hospital stay:
1-2 days
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Expected recovery time:
1-3 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering angioplasty with angiography in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for angioplasty with angiography in Turkey include Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir, Liv Hospital Ankara, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform angioplasty with angiography. MediFyr helps you compare cardiologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for angioplasty with angiography compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Angioplasty with Angiography in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated cardiology teams and experience managing patients undergoing angioplasty with angiography.
Istanbul, Turkey
140 Doctors
Sai Roy, a 58-year-old high school...
Sai Roy, a 58-year-old high school history teacher and avid gardener, had been ignoring occasional chest tightness for months, attributing it to stress. The symptoms escalated to crushing chest pain and shortness of breath while watering his plants. His wife insisted he go to the ER. An ECG and blood tests confirmed a non-ST-elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI). His cardiologist, Dr. Sharma, recommended an urgent angiography to visualize his coronary arteries, followed immediately by angioplasty if blockages were found. The procedure revealed a 90% blockage in his left anterior descending artery. A stent was placed. The experience was painless, and Sai was awake but sedated, watching the screen with fascination. Post-procedure, he spent a night in the cardiac unit. Recovery involved cardiac rehabilitation. Emotionally, he was initially in denial and fearful of losing his active lifestyle. After the procedure, he felt profound relief and a new commitment to his health, viewing the stent as a 'second chance' to enjoy his retirement and grandchildren.
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