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Balloon angioplasty and stenting are two common ways to treat blocked arteries without open surgery. Percutaneous (through the skin) transluminal angioplasty (PTA) balloons come in various sizes, lengths and shapes, depending on the anatomy they're intended to treat. Stents are small, expandable metal mesh tubes that hold arteries open.
Whether the treatment is drug-coated balloon angioplasty, plain old balloon angioplasty, or stenting, the goal of peripheral arterial disease treatment is to restore blood flow in a clogged artery. All of these methods require specialised procedures and devices to accomplish this goal.
A Physician will choose a drug-coated balloon that best meets the patients clinical need.
A Physician will choose a drug-coated balloon that best meets the patients clinical need. Learn more about our range of angioplasty balloons.
A Physician will choose a drug-coated balloon that best meets the patients clinical need. Learn more about our balloon expandable and self-expandable stents.
As with any surgical procedure, endovascular repair has potential benefits and risks. It is important to understand these potential benefits and risks if considering treatment for peripheral arterial disease.
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