Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), commonly known as angioplasty, is a non-surgical procedure used to open narrowed or blocked coronary arteries, the vessels that supply blood to your heart.

During PCI:

• A thin tube called a catheter is inserted, usually through the wrist or groin.

• A balloon at the tip is inflated to widen the narrowed artery.

• In most cases, a small mesh tube called a stent is placed to keep the artery open.

PCI helps:

• Restore blood flow to the heart

• Relieve chest pain (angina)

• Prevent heart attacks in some cases

• Improve overall heart function and quality of life

Modern PCI may also involve tools like intravascular ultrasound (IVUS), optical coherence tomography (OCT), or rotablation for complex cases.

Consult your cardiologist to know if PCI is suitable for your heart condition.