Interventional
Complex PCI & CTO Intervention
Senior-level expertise for the most challenging blocked arteries.
What it is
Some blockages are too complex for routine angioplasty — left main coronary artery disease, bifurcation lesions, calcified arteries, and Chronic Total Occlusions (CTOs, arteries blocked for months or years). These cases require senior expertise, specialised wires, and modern imaging.
When it's needed
- Left main coronary artery disease
- Bifurcation (Y-shaped) blockages
- Heavily calcified arteries needing rotational atherectomy
- CTO — artery completely blocked for more than 3 months
- Multi-vessel disease in patients unsuitable for bypass surgery
How it's done
Dr. Nikhila is trained in complex PCI and CTO techniques (CTO workshop, Vadodara 2023; AICT-AsiaPCR Singapore 2023). Procedures use specialised CTO wires, microcatheters, and intravascular imaging (IVUS) when needed. Each case is planned with cardiac surgery back-up.
Recovery
Hospital stay 1–3 days depending on complexity. Recovery is similar to standard angioplasty for most patients.
FAQ
Questions patients ask us most
Is complex PCI safer than bypass surgery?+
It depends on the patient. Many patients prefer angioplasty because it avoids open-chest surgery, but some are better served by bypass. Dr. Nikhila always presents both options honestly.
What is a CTO?+
A Chronic Total Occlusion is an artery that has been completely blocked for over 3 months. Opening it requires special skill — success rates in expert hands are above 85%.
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