What happens during PT Stent Insertion

During a stenting procedure, flexible catheters and a balloon are used to reopen a blocked artery. The catheter with an uninflated balloon is guided to the site of the obstruction, then the balloon is inflated to widen the vessel. Once the artery is expanded, a permanent mesh stent is placed to maintain consistent blood flow. If multiple blockages are present, the procedure may be repeated to support comprehensive cardiovascular health. Patients may feel slight pressure at the insertion site or mild discomfort during inflation, but the technique is designed to be as comfortable as possible ⚕️