The procedure starts with local anesthesia in the wrist or groin. Then, a slim catheter is carefully guided to the clogged artery. At the site of the blockage, a specialized tool cuts or vaporizes the plaque.
The coronary atherectomy procedure is advised when arteries harden from calcium or scar tissue. It's also suggested that if an artery narrows again, causing chest pain or severe tiredness.
After a coronary atherectomy, patients need close monitoring. Recovery involves resting and slowly getting back to normal activities. Long-term, managing cholesterol and blood pressure helps prevent the problem from coming back.
