When is this procedure recommended?
CTO
intervention may be recommended in cases such as:
• Complete blockage
of a coronary artery
• Persistent angina despite medical therapy
• Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle
• Improving heart function and quality of life
How is the procedure performed?
The procedure
is performed in a cardiac catheterization laboratory using specialized
techniques.
It typically
involves:
• Inserting a
catheter through an artery in the wrist or groin
• Crossing the blockage with specialized guidewires
• Opening the artery using a balloon
• Placing a stent to keep the artery open
Benefits of the procedure
This treatment offers several advantages:
• Restores
blood flow to the heart muscle
• Reduces symptoms such as chest pain
• Improves exercise capacity and quality of life
• Minimally invasive procedure without open-heart surgery
A Message to Patients
For patients with complete blockage of a heart artery,
CTO intervention may help restore blood flow, relieve symptoms, and improve
overall heart health.