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Angioplasty (or percutaneous coronary intervention, PCI) is a minimally invasive procedure to open narrowed or blocked coronary arteries, usually caused by atherosclerosis (plaque buildup). It involves inserting a balloon-tipped catheter into the artery and inflating it to widen the blockage, often followed by placing a stent (a small mesh tube) to keep the artery open. Benefits of Angioplasty ✅ Immediate symptom relief (reduces angina). ✅ Minimally invasive (no major surgery, small incision). ✅ Quick recovery compared to bypass surgery. ✅ Lifesaving in heart attacks (restores blood flow within minutes). ✅ Drug-eluting stents reduce re-narrowing risk.

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