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Coronary angiography is a diagnostic test used to examine the blood vessels in your heart. By injecting a specific dye (contrast material) into the blood vessels, they are made visible on X-rays and other imaging techniques.
Coronary angiography is a diagnostic test used to examine the blood vessels in your heart. By injecting a specific dye (contrast material) into the blood vessels, they are made visible on X-rays and other imaging techniques. This helps medical professionals diagnose disorders such as blockages or anomalies in the blood vessels
Sign & Symptoms
Although angiography does not have "signs" or "symptoms" by itself, it may have certain transient side effects.
Common outcomes
slight discomfort or soreness where the injection is made
Feeling flushed or warm after the dye injection
Potential adverse consequences:
redness or itching due to an allergic reaction to the dye
vomiting or nausea
Dizziness or headache
You should get medical help immediately if you have serious side effects, including breathing problems or chest pain.
Causes
Angiography is performed to:
1. Diagnose Blockages: Identify any blockages or narrowing in blood vessels.
2. Check Blood Flow: Evaluate blood flow to organs and tissues.
3. Find Abnormalities: Detect abnormalities like aneurysms or malformations.
4. Guide Treatment: Help plan or monitor heart disease or stroke treatments.
5. Investigate Symptoms: Investigate unexplained symptoms, such as chest pain or shortness of breath.
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