Angiography of Blood Vessels in Israel

How is the procedure performed?

Angiography via the Femoral Artery – Traditional Method

This technique is used worldwide and has proven to be a reliable method of diagnosis. A special catheter is inserted into the femoral artery, through which a contrast agent is introduced, and a series of images is taken by the angiographer, clearly showing the area of narrowing or damage to the vessel. Coronary angiography is performed under local anesthesia. If a narrowed area is detected, it is expanded by inflating a balloon, and a stent (a wire structure that supports the walls of the vessel in an expanded state) is placed inside.

Angiography via the Radial or Brachial Artery – Modern Examination Technique

The examination is also performed under local anesthesia. A catheter is inserted into the brachial or radial artery, through which a contrast agent enters the bloodstream. The principle of analyzing the angiographer's data is the same as with access through the femoral artery, but this new method is more promising. After the examination, no complications are observed, the patient quickly returns to an active life, and hospitalization is not required. Radial access reduces the risk of the examination, and patients do not report unpleasant sensations.

Before the examination, the doctor prescribes medications to reduce blood clotting, and during the examination, vasodilators are introduced into the blood vessel. After the procedure, an aseptic pressure bandage is applied to the puncture site, which is sufficient to stop any bleeding.

At "Top Ichilov", radial angiography is widely used, a method that provides a complete picture of vascular damage with minimal intervention and risk to the patient.