Coronary Angiography, Stents and Angioplasty

Coronary interventional techniques are evolving rapidly and new stent designs reduce the risk of complications and the need for subsequent procedures. The St Vincent’s campus offers access to the latest technologies including Fractional Flow Reserve (FFR) and Intravsacular Ultrasound (IVUS) to optimally guide stent placement.

In many cases, radial access for diagnostic angiography and stent placement may be appropriate. Radial access involves the performance of an angiogram through a small catheter in the wrist. At the end of a diagnostic procedure patients are frequently able to drive home, and perform normal exercise and activities immediately.

We work closely with our interventional cardiologist colleagues across St Vincent’s Campus to ensure streamlined diagnosis and treatment.