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An angiogram, also known as an angiography, is a diagnostic imaging technique used to visualise the inside of blood vessels and organs (like the heart).
By using a contrast dye and X-ray imaging, this procedure provides detailed pictures of blood vessels, helping doctors diagnose and treat a variety of conditions.
Angiograms are valuable in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the blood vessels and may be recommended by a cardiologist if they suspect issues such as atherosclerosis, where the arteries are narrower than usual, increasing the risk of heart attack or stroke.
They are also used to identify peripheral arterial disease, which reduces blood supply to the legs, as well as brain aneurysms. Angiograms can help diagnose angina (chest pain), blood clots, pulmonary embolism (a blockage in the artery to the lungs), or any blockages in the blood supply to major organs.
An angiogram provides clear and detailed imaging of blood vessels, which is crucial for the early detection of cardiovascular and vascular conditions and enables timely diagnosis and intervention.
Additionally, an angiogram plays a vital role in guiding treatment decisions, such as planning and executing procedures like angioplasty or stenting, by offering essential insights into the blood vessels’ structure and function.
Early detection through an angiogram offers several significant benefits:
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Before the procedure, you may need to fast for a few hours. We will review any medications you are currently taking and may ask you to stop certain ones temporarily. The angiogram can be performed without general anaesthetic; however, a local anaesthetic will be administered near your groin or wrist, depending on which artery will be used for the scan.
A catheter (a thin, flexible tube) will be inserted, usually into your groin or arm. This catheter is carefully guided to the area of interest, where contrast dye is injected to highlight the blood vessels. Once the dye starts to show in the vessels, X-ray images are taken. The procedure typically takes between 30 minutes and an hour.
You may need to stay in the clinic for a short period for observation. It is common to feel some soreness or bruising at the catheter insertion site, but these should resolve within a few days. An angiogram typically takes between 30 minutes and 2 hours to complete. It is recommended that you rest at home following the procedure and you may notice a bit of bruising or soreness for a few days afterwards.
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