Coronary Angioplasty in Ahmedabad — Heart Blockage Treatment at Apollo CVHF
Coronary angioplasty — also called stenting or PCI (Percutaneous Coronary Intervention) — is a procedure that opens blocked or narrowed coronary arteries and restores blood flow to the heart muscle. It is one of the most commonly performed cardiac procedures in the world and is the standard emergency treatment for heart attacks.
Dr. Kulin Sheth performs coronary angioplasty at Apollo CVHF Heart Institute, Bodakdev, Ahmedabad — including both routine and highly complex cases requiring advanced techniques and technology.
Dr. Kulin Sheth performs coronary angioplasty at Apollo CVHF Heart Institute, Bodakdev, Ahmedabad — including both routine and highly complex cases requiring advanced techniques and technology.
What Is Coronary Angioplasty?
During angioplasty, a thin catheter with a small balloon at its tip is guided through an artery in the wrist or groin to the site of the blockage in the coronary artery. The balloon is inflated to widen the narrowed artery, and a stent — a small metal mesh tube — is deployed to keep the artery open permanently.
Modern stents are drug-eluting — they release a medication over time that prevents the artery from narrowing again, significantly reducing the long-term risk of re-blockage.
When Is Angioplasty Recommended?
- A significant coronary artery blockage identified on angiography that is causing symptoms
- An acute heart attack (STEMI or NSTEMI) requiring emergency restoration of blood flow
- Chest pain (angina) that persists despite optimal medical therapy
- Non-invasive tests showing evidence of ischaemia — insufficient blood supply to the heart
- A blockage posing a significant risk of future heart attack based on its anatomy and location
Not every blockage requires angioplasty. Treatment decisions are always based on the severity of the blockage, the patient’s symptoms, and current international guidelines. Dr. Sheth discusses each case thoroughly before recommending any intervention.
Types of Angioplasty Performed by Dr. Sheth
- Standard coronary angioplasty with drug-eluting stents — for routine single or multi-vessel blockages
- Primary PCI (Emergency Angioplasty) — the life-saving procedure performed during a heart attack to restore blood flow as rapidly as possible
- Multi-vessel PCI — treatment of blockages in more than one coronary artery in a staged or single-sitting approach
- Post-CABG graft intervention — treating blockages in bypass grafts after previous bypass surgery
What Happens After Angioplasty?
After the procedure, patients are observed for 24 to 48 hours. You will be prescribed dual antiplatelet therapy — a combination of two blood-thinning medications — which must be taken consistently for a prescribed period (usually 6 to 12 months) to prevent stent thrombosis (clotting inside the stent).
Regular follow-up consultations with Dr. Sheth are important to monitor recovery, optimise medications, and manage cardiovascular risk factors — including blood pressure, cholesterol, and diabetes — to protect the long-term result of the procedure.
Regular follow-up consultations with Dr. Sheth are important to monitor recovery, optimise medications, and manage cardiovascular risk factors — including blood pressure, cholesterol, and diabetes — to protect the long-term result of the procedure.
Location — Where Is Angioplasty Performed?
Apollo CVHF Heart Institute
- +91 7096 800 800
- Pakwan Cross Road, Sarkhej - Gandhinagar Hwy, opp. GNFC Tower, next to l.O.C petrol pump, Bodakdev, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380059
- Angiography, Angioplasty, Pacemakers & Devices (ICD, CRT-D), Structural Heart Procedures (ASD/VSD/PDA Closure, TAVI), Complex Coronary Work (LMCA, Bifurcations, IVL, Rotablation)
- Open 24 hours
Dr. Kulin Sheth's Approach
Dr. Sheth is known for a calm, thorough, and patient-centred consultation style. He takes time to listen, never rushes through an appointment, and explains findings clearly so that patients leave with a genuine understanding of their heart health and what needs to be done — if anything.
Patients also appreciate that Dr. Sheth only recommends investigations that are genuinely needed. There are no unnecessary tests, no unnecessary procedures, and no unnecessary alarm.
Restore Blood Flow. Protect Your Heart.
Book a consultation with Dr. Kulin Sheth to discuss your angioplasty options.
Call or WhatsApp: +91 9725551563 | Sheth Heart Clinic, Bopal, Ahmedabad
FAQs
Is angioplasty a major surgery?
No. Angioplasty is a minimally invasive procedure — there is no open chest, no sternotomy, and no general anaesthesia in standard cases. Recovery is far faster than bypass surgery.
How long does the procedure take?
A straightforward angioplasty typically takes 30 to 60 minutes. Complex procedures may take longer depending on the number of vessels treated and the difficulty of the blockage.
Is a stent permanent?
Yes. A coronary stent is a permanent implant. Over time, the artery’s inner lining grows over the stent, fully incorporating it into the vessel wall.
Will I need bypass surgery instead?
The choice between angioplasty and bypass surgery (CABG) depends on the number of vessels blocked, the complexity of the blockages, heart function, and other patient factors. Dr. Sheth will discuss all options honestly and recommend what is most appropriate for your specific case.
What are the risks?
Angioplasty is a very safe procedure in experienced hands. Risks include bleeding at the access site, a small risk of the treated artery re-closing (managed immediately if it occurs), and a long-term risk of re-narrowing inside the stent — minimised with drug-eluting stents and appropriate medications. Dr. Sheth will explain the specific risks relevant to your situation.