What is the advantages of PCI?

Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) is a minimally invasive procedure that involves the insertion of a catheter into a patient's artery via a small incision in the arm or leg.

Introduction of PCI:

Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) is a minimally invasive procedure that involves the insertion of a catheter into a patient's artery via a small incision in the arm or leg. The catheter is then guided to the blocked or narrowed area of the coronary artery, where a small balloon is inflated to open the artery and a stent is inserted to keep the artery open. This procedure is performed under fluoroscopy, which allows for real-time imaging of the coronary arteries.

Development of PCI:

The rapid development of PCI technology has not only brought great progress to the treatment of ischemic heart disease, but has also partially replaced coronary artery bypass graft surgery (CABG) treatment. The success rate, safety, and reliability of PCI have been significantly improved. The use of perioperative adjuvant therapy drugs has also rapidly developed, in addition to the continuous improvement of technology such as drug-eluting stents and distal protection devices. The appropriate use of antiplatelet drugs during PCI can improve the clinical prognosis of patients and prevent complications at the intervention site.

Advantages of PCI:

1.Low risk: PCI is a minimally invasive procedure that only requires small incisions in the arm or leg, resulting in lower risk, smaller trauma, and shorter recovery time compared to traditional open-heart surgery.

2.Fast recovery: The recovery period for PCI usually only takes a few days, allowing patients to return to normal life and work in a short period of time.

3.High success rate: PCI has a very high success rate in treating coronary artery disease by effectively dilating narrowed or blocked blood vessels, improving blood circulation, and reducing the occurrence of heart problems.

4.High repeatability: PCI can be performed multiple times, and if a patient's blood vessels narrow or become blocked again, PCI treatment can be repeated without the need for open-heart surgery.

5.Broad indications: PCI is not only suitable for stable angina, but also for various coronary artery diseases such as acute coronary syndrome, which allows for personalized treatment according to different conditions.

With ongoing advancements in PCI technology and adjuvant therapy, PCI is poised to continue to play a critical role in the treatment of coronary artery disease.

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