Medical articles of Stent

02/05/2025
Written by Top Doctors
Advancing interventional endoscopy treatment with 3D printing and custom implants
Interventional endoscopy is a minimally invasive technique that allows specialists to diagnose and treat conditions inside the digestive tract using long, flexible instruments guided by a camera. In recent years, this field has seen major progress thanks to the introduction of 3D printing and custom-made implants, offering more precise and personalised treatment options.
10/06/2024
Dr Dwayne Conway
Consultant interventional and general cardiologist
When to consider angioplasty and stents for heart health
In the second part of his series on angioplasty and stents, Dr Dwayne Conway gives us his insights on when to consider angioplasty and stents for heart health. In emergencies like heart attacks, quick action is crucial. But for stable symptoms, there's a choice between immediate procedures and taking medication. Patients and doctors work together to find what's best. Lifestyle changes and medication can be effective too, but each has its pros and cons. Understanding these options helps patients make informed decisions about their heart health.
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01/05/2024
Dr Dwayne Conway
Consultant interventional and general cardiologist
Heart health solutions: Angioplasty and stents explained
In his latest online article, Dr Dwayne Conway delves into the common reasons behind cardiologists' recommendations for angioplasty and stents. Whether it's addressing acute coronary syndromes like heart attacks or managing the persistent discomfort of stable angina, these interventions offer tangible relief and renewed hope.
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18/10/2023
Professor Michael Mahmoudi
Cardiologist
Coronary stents: Frequently-asked questions
Coronary stents may be required for patients that have developed a narrowing in the heart's blood supply, leading to tightness in the chest or chest pain. They can also be inserted in an emergency situation when a patient has had a heart attack, and the obstruction needs to be cleared. Professor Michael Mahmoudi, a highly-esteemed consultant cardiologist, explains all about stents, including what they're compose of, how they are inserted, how long they last for, and how patients are affected.
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09/10/2023
Dr Osama Alsanjari
Cardiologist
Ask an expert: Coronary angioplasty FAQs
Coronary angioplasty is a procedure used to treat atherosclerosis, a condition where the heart arteries harden and narrow, posing severe risks. In this article, we learn more about this procedure from esteemed consultant cardiologist Dr Osama Alsanjari who provides an expert perspective on how coronary angioplasty is performed and what the recovery process entails.
18/05/2023
Professor Arjun Ghosh
Cardiologist
Acute coronary syndromes: The latest innovations in treatment
Revered consultant cardiologist Dr Arjun Ghosh sheds light on how treatment of acute coronary syndromes has advanced in recent years in this informative article.
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14/09/2022
Dr Pierluigi Costanzo
Cardiologist
An expert guide to coronary angiogram for heart attack and stable angina patients
Revered consultant cardiologist Dr Pierluigi Costanzo offers expert insight on when a coronary angiogram is indicated and details the use of stents in the procedure in this fascinating article.
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04/03/2022
Professor Arjun Ghosh
Cardiologist
Chest pain: when should I seek medical attention?
In our latest article, esteemed consultant cardiologist, Dr Arjun Ghosh, reveals the most common causes of chest pain, and reveals to what extent is it a sign of COVID-19.
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23/07/2021
Mr Akin Oluwole
Vascular Surgeon
Leg pain while walking? It might be claudication
Claudication causes different pains when walking and stops when you rest and it is a symptom of a bigger issue. Mr Akin Oluwole, a highly experienced consultant vascular and endovascular surgeon, introduces claudication and important information.
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