Endarterectomy, a surgical procedure that clears away blockage in an artery, is most often performed on the carotid arteries to prevent stroke. It’s an alternative to stenting and is only done in ...
Percutaneous transluminal angioplasty (PCTA) is a surgical procedure to treat heart disease. It involves inserting a small balloon into the arteries to manage blockages or restore blood flow. A person ...