Angioplasty and Stenting

Angioplasty is a procedure used to open up narrowed or blocked arteries. A small balloon is carefully guided into the affected area and then gently inflated to widen the artery. To help keep the artery open, a tiny mesh tube called a stent, usually made of stainless steel, is placed in the artery. The stent stays in place permanently to support blood flow and reduce the chance of the artery narrowing again.

Part of our Cardiology services at St Andrew’s Toowoomba Hospital.