Basics of the Cath Lab: Resources for CVPs, Fellows, and the Cath Curious-What is PCI?

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Video Summary

In this video, Dr. Abhirul Vij discusses percutaneous coronary interventions (PCI). He explains that PCI is a non-surgical approach to treating coronary artery blockages, either for diagnostic or treatment purposes. He discusses the evolution of PCI techniques over time, from plain old balloon angioplasty to various atherectomy tools and the use of stents. Dr. Vij also highlights the importance of anticoagulation and the use of guiding catheters and guide wires in performing a successful PCI. Ultimately, the goal of PCI is to improve blood flow by reducing stenosis in the coronary arteries.

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Aviral Vij, MD, FSCAI

Keywords

PCI

coronary artery blockages

stents

anticoagulation

blood flow