Cardiovascular intervention, also known as interventional cardiology, is a specialized field that focuses on using minimally invasive procedures to diagnose and treat various cardiovascular conditions. These procedures involve the insertion of catheters, guided by imaging techniques such as fluoroscopy, into blood vessels to access the heart and surrounding structures. One of the most common cardiovascular interventions is coronary angioplasty, where a balloon-tipped catheter is used to open narrowed or blocked coronary arteries, often followed by the placement of a stent to maintain vessel patency. Other interventions include percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty (PTCA), atherectomy, and the closure of structural heart defects using devices like occluders. Cardiovascular intervention offers several advantages over traditional open-heart surgery, including shorter recovery times, reduced hospital stays, and decreased procedural risks. It has become a cornerstone in the management of conditions such as coronary artery disease, valvular heart diseases, and congenital heart defects.
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