Our cardiologists
Our experienced specialists will ensure your comfort and safety during the diagnostic test. Our imaging reports and opinions help your doctor determine the most suitable treatments for your condition.
Digital subtraction angiography (DSA) is a diagnostic procedure to view the inner surface of blood vessels (also known as lumen). It can be used to view arteries, veins and heart chambers.
DSA is a fluoroscopic technique (a technique that captures continuous images) that uses complex, computerised X-ray machines. A special contrast medium or 'dye' is injected into your blood to make the blood vessels easier to see.
Images are taken before and after the contrast dye is injected. To highlight the blood vessels, software is used to digitally 'subtract' the first image from the second.
DSA is used to diagnose:
It may also be used to:
This procedure may not be suitable if you:
DSA is a relatively safe procedure. Complications are rare and may include:
At Gleneagles Hospital, your recovery is our priority. Established in Singapore for more than 60 years, we offer a comprehensive heart and vascular programme through our team of cardiologists, vascular surgeons and cardiothoracic surgeons.
ParkwayHealth Radiology operates radiology centres within our hospital to provide diagnostic and imaging needs for our patients, including digital subtraction angiography, to facilitate your treatment.
Our experienced specialists will ensure your comfort and safety during the diagnostic test. Our imaging reports and opinions help your doctor determine the most suitable treatments for your condition.
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