Our cardiologists
Our heart specialists offers a range of sophisticated diagnostic and treatment options such as coronary angiography for our heart patients.
A coronary angiogram, also known as a coronary arteriogram, is a special X-ray test where radio-opaque dye is injected through the coronary arteries of the heart. The test is used to detect any blockages in the coronary arteries, which may occur due to plaque (fatty deposits).
The procedure can help to determine:
A coronary angiogram is one of the most basic catheterisation procedures for the heart. The structure of the heart vessels and arteries is usually not visible through X-ray.
During an angiogram, a catheter is threaded through an artery in the wrist or groin to reach the coronary arteries of your heart. A special X-ray visible dye is then injected into the catheter. The dye allows your doctor to take an X-ray image of the heart structure to find the existence and extent of blockages within your coronary arteries.
Your doctor may request a coronary angiogram to:
There are some risks involved in any invasive or minimally invasive procedure. Coronary angiograms are widely used and complications are low, occurring in less than 3% of patients.
Potential complications include:
The risk of complications is greater for people:
At Gleneagles Hospital, our team of cardiologists and cardiothoracic surgeons are known in Singapore and the region for their deep expertise in treating complex heart conditions.
Our skilled cardiovascular team is further supported by radiologists to guide you through your coronary angiogram procedure.
Our heart specialists offers a range of sophisticated diagnostic and treatment options such as coronary angiography for our heart patients.
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