Angina, also known as angina pectoris, is chest pain or discomfort that occurs when part of your heart muscle does not get enough oxygen-rich blood. It is a common symptom of coronary artery disease (CAD), which develops when the arteries of the heart become partially or totally blocked. The sensation of angina is often described as squeezing, pressure, heaviness, tightness, … Continue reading What is angina?
Coronary angiography
What is CT coronary angiography?
A CT coronary angiogram is a diagnostic imaging test that provides detailed images of the coronary arteries, which supply blood to the heart. Here’s how it works: Procedure: During a CT coronary angiogram, an X-ray machine captures images of the heart and its blood vessels. Dye Injection: Before the images are taken, a special dye (contrast material) is injected into … Continue reading What is CT coronary angiography?
What is coronary angiography?
A coronary angiography is a diagnostic test that uses X-rays to examine the heart’s blood vessels, specifically the coronary arteries. Here are the key points: Purpose: It is primarily performed to detect blockages or narrowing in the coronary arteries (vessels of the heart). Procedure: During a coronary angiogram, a contrast dye is injected into the arteries through a catheter. X-ray images are … Continue reading What is coronary angiography?
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