Medical articles of Coronary angiography

11/03/2025
Dr Matthew Faircloth
Consultant Cardiologist
Early detection of coronary artery disease through CT scan and angiography
Coronary artery disease is a heart condition that occurs when the coronary arteries become narrowed or blocked due to plaque build-up, leading to restricted blood flow to the heart. Early detection is critical to prevent cardiovascular-related complications. Dr Matthew Faircloth, highly esteemed consultant cardiologist, provides an expert insight into two of the most advanced diagnostic tools – CT scans and angiography – for the early detection of coronary artery disease.
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18/04/2024
Dr Mohamed Farag
Cardiologist
Exploring transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI)
Transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI), or TAVR, is a minimally invasive procedure used to treat aortic valve stenosis, a condition in which the aortic valve becomes narrowed, restricting blood flow from the heart to the rest of the body. Leading consultant interventional cardiologist Dr Mohamed Farag takes an in-depth look at TAVI and addresses some common questions patients may have about this procedure, in this article.
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01/03/2024
Dr Aftab Gill
Cardiologist
CT coronary angiography: How is it performed and what does it detect?
A CT coronary angiography is a test that analyses the heart and the coronary arteries surrounding the heart to identify if there are any blockages or any other heart-related problems that need to be treated. In this article, expert consultant cardiologist Dr Aftab Gill explains in detail what exactly a CT coronary angiography is, how it's performed and what it detects.
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10/02/2023
Dr Charis Costopoulos
Consultant Cardiologist
Getting expert help for coronary heart disease
Coronary heart disease, which is also known as ischaemic heart disease or coronary artery disease, can be asymptomatic ranging to serious, and it affects many people around the globe. Leading consultant cardiologist in Cambridge and London Dr Charis Costopoulos is here to provide a detailed take on coronary heart disease symptoms, alongside diagnosis and treatment.
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25/02/2022
Mr Alberto Albanese
Cardiothoracic Surgeon
Beating heart coronary bypass surgery explained
Beating heart coronary bypass surgery offers a shorter recovery time, fewer risks and better outcomes for cardiac surgery patients in comparison to more traditional bypass surgery techniques. We've invited renowned consultant cardiothoracic surgeon Mr Alberto Albanese to explain how this innovative procedure works and how patients with coronary artery disease can benefit.
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24/02/2022
Dr Iqbal Malik
Cardiologist
CT coronary angiogram scan: your all-you-need-to-know guide
Read this patient-journey-style guide where highly esteemed London-based cardiologist, Dr Iqbal Malik, answers all the essential questions you might have before going for a CT coronary angiogram scan.
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10/01/2022
Dr Khalid Barakat
Cardiologist
Diagnosing angina through the ages
Angina, a tightness or squeezing in the chest, has been recorded as far back as ancient times. In this article, highly esteemed consultant cardiologist Dr Khalid Barakat explains how angina has been diagnosed across history as well as explaining how the condition is currently treated.
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27/07/2018
Dr Allan Harkness
Cardiologist
How to prepare for a Coronary CT
Expert cardiologist Dr Allan Harkness has been using coronary CT for over a decade and explains why it's the go-to-test for patients with chest pain and how to prepare for the procedure.
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