Best Doctors for Coronary Angiogram Treatment in Vijay Nagar, Indore

A coronary angiogram is an investigation conducted by a heart doctor to find out if there are any blockages in the coronary arteries. Angiography helps in visualizing how well the blood is moving in the coronary arteries and is indicated if the patient's electrocardiogram or stress test was abnormal, if the patient has symptoms like shortness of breath, chest discomfort and chest pain. Coronary angiogram is also recommended for people with a history of attacks and prior to heart surgery, people suffering from heart conditions such as heart failure, heart valve disease and if the doctor suspects coronary artery disease. The potential side effects of angiography include abnormal heartbeats, blood clots, stroke, injured blood vessel, cardiac tamponade, low blood pressure, heart attack, pain and bleeding where a needle or catheter went into the skin. The treatment plan recommended after an angiography includes angioplasty or stenting, coronary artery bypass surgery and certain medications.