Reasons for Angiography
When your doctor informs you that you need the Angiography procedure performed it can be scary. Learn exactly what the procedure involves, the reasons it needs to be performed and what the next steps could be.
Alternate Names for Angiography:
Arteriography
Catheter angiography
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Why Angiography is Performed
Alternate Names for Angiography:
Arteriography
Catheter angiography
Reasons for Procedure
This procedure may be done to:
- Help doctors identify narrowed, enlarged, and blocked blood vessels
- Determine if there is blood leaking out of the vessels and into other parts of your body
In some cases, the doctor can treat a blocked blood vessel at this time. This would prevent the need for another procedure.
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 What to Expect Find out how long it will take, what they will be doing and what to expect afterwards. |
 Results What are the next steps and other possible tests needed after you have received the results. |
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