Coronary angioplasty and stenting
Opens a blocked heart artery with a balloon and keeps it open with a stent.

Overview
Overview
Opens a blocked heart artery with a balloon and keeps it open with a stent.
Typical hospital stay: 1 to 2 days.
The procedure
Done in the cath lab under local anaesthesia through the wrist or groin. A thin tube guides a balloon to the blockage, and a drug-coated stent is left in place.
Recovery
Most people walk the same evening and go home in 1 to 2 days. Blood thinners are taken for at least a year.
Specialities
Hospitals offering Coronary angioplasty and stenting
Packages
Frequently asked questions
How long will I stay in hospital?
1 to 2 days, depending on recovery.
Can I get a cost estimate before travelling?
Yes. Send your reports through the enquiry form and a coordinator will share estimates from hospitals.

