Angioplasty

Endovascular reconstruction of an artery, which may include the removal of atheromatous plaque and/or the endothelial lining as well as simple dilatation. These are procedures performed by catheterization. When reconstruction of an artery is performed surgically, it is called ENDARTERECTOMY.

Also Known As:

Angioplasties; Endoluminal Repairs; Repair, Endoluminal; Repairs, Endoluminal; Endoluminal Repair

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Therapeutics: 6127

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Catheterization

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Angioplasty: 9857

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Operative Surgical Procedures: 5

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Cardiovascular Surgical Procedures: 19

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Vascular Surgical Procedures: 58

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Angioplasty: 9857

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