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How is angioplasty performed, and is it safe?

Answer verified by LinQMD Care Team Last updated 05 Aug 2025
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Angioplasty involves threading a catheter through the blood vessels to the blocked artery, then inflating a balloon to widen it, often placing a stent. It’s a highly safe and effective procedure when performed by experienced specialists. 

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