Postcutting balloon angioplasty

What does "Postcutting balloon angioplasty" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

Postcutting balloon angioplasty is a medical procedure used to open up blocked blood vessels. It is done after a procedure called atherectomy, where doctors use a small device to cut away plaque that is blocking the blood flow. In the postcutting balloon angioplasty, a small balloon is inserted and inflated at the site of the blockage to help widen the blood vessel and improve blood flow. This procedure is often used to treat conditions like heart disease.

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