Post your coronary angiogram | What to know.

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  • In this video, Professor Barlis reviews the coronary angiogram procedure recovery. We have previously had a video on what a coronary angiogram is (Link below). We discuss some important considerations for patients after the procedure and in recovery and demonstrate how the tube called the sheath is introduced into the radial (wrist) artery and what needs to occur after the procedure. Patients who undergo this procedure are typically advised to rest for a period of time afterward to allow the insertion site to heal and to avoid certain activities that could increase their risk of bleeding or other complications. The video also emphasizes the importance of following any specific instructions given by the healthcare team and contacting them immediately if any concerning symptoms arise.
    Link: What is a coronary angiogram: • All about the Coronary...

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  • @MsKatana1973
    @MsKatana1973 Рік тому +145

    Ive had this procedure done twice, i got 2 stents placed in my heart on the 9th june 2023 as i had a major heart attack which i was told im lucky to be alive, then i got another one in on the 24th july 2023. Its good to be alive!

    • @HeartMatters
      @HeartMatters  Рік тому +6

      Thank you for your feedback! All the very best!

    • @lorrainerane2158
      @lorrainerane2158 Рік тому +7

      Just wondering why they could not do all 3 stents in 1 go

    • @MsKatana1973
      @MsKatana1973 Рік тому +10

      @@lorrainerane2158 2 were placed in on the 9th of June cause I was having a heart attack and alot of damage was done to my heart and the other in on the 24th July cause that another artery needed some. I've been told I might need this done again so fingers crossed my big list of medication will prevent this☺️

    • @MsKatana1973
      @MsKatana1973 Рік тому +9

      @@lorrainerane2158 I think they were waiting to see if it would heal on it's own with all the medication, I'm not a 100% sure. I'm just glad to be alive.

    • @MsKatana1973
      @MsKatana1973 Рік тому +7

      @@freespiritwithnature4384 No the procedure did not hurt as your given a mild sedative, I did feel like tugging etc as the line went through my veins but that was all.

  • @hunasagattabasavaraja2521
    @hunasagattabasavaraja2521 Рік тому +67

    Hi Peter,
    I have been following your educative talk. I am a retired anaesthetist, underwent coronary angioplasty into LAD for 90% block 16/12 ago. Now I’m on Clopidogrel, Statin and Amlodipine 2.5mg. I studied nutrition extensively post angioplasty losing 10kgs to 57kg. Nutrition self taught, fibre, antioxidant, anti inflammatory phytonutrients, nitrate containing food and many more nutrients, moved onto heart healthy seeds, nuts, lentils, legumes, red spinach to reduce blood sugar, LDL, BP. I increased intensity of my exercise to walking, running, sprinting. Breakfast is seeds & nuts, fenugreek water with lemon juice, gooseberries. After six hours I have healthy lunch, one meal a day. I have been walking, running to complete 35km in 7hrs and 40min without cramps. I also drink Balsamic Vinegar.
    I do take 2gms of turmeric powder with black pepper powdered in food, Vit D3+K2 55mcg with EVOO Cold Pressed, of course 10 cloves of crushed garlic. This is my routine to say my energy at 70yrs with a stent is unbelievable. Never been so fit in all my life. I have learnt to match medical prescription to reduce the behemoth of health without fear but with nutrition. All my blood chemistry is normal. I wish I had knowledge of nutrition before never taught in medical school. I am astonished to say our allopathic colleagues lack of knowledge on heart healthy nutrition matches the general public including cardiologists. Preventive medicine is not heard which starts in the kitchen and then exercise complemented by weight.
    You are doing a wonderful job educating people.
    Best wishes,
    Bas

    • @MsKatana1973
      @MsKatana1973 Рік тому +5

      Is that the only medication you're on? I am on a lot more than that, i was told you can't take turmeric if you're on anticoagulants.

    • @nealjones84
      @nealjones84 Рік тому +5

      ​@@MsKatana1973same thing l was told

    • @TheBandoury
      @TheBandoury Рік тому +2

      For the heart health It is very important to keep omega 3 to omega 6 ratio at optimum.

    • @vickyburton2434
      @vickyburton2434 8 місяців тому +1

      I would look again at cholesterol. There are many studies that show your HDL and triglycerides are a much better indicator of heart health; not ldl and statins do very little to actually help, but have lots of side effects. I would watch some of Dr. Ekbergs’s or Gary Tau s videos for more on this subject. In health!

    • @MarthaDiaz-qp1yg
      @MarthaDiaz-qp1yg 4 місяці тому

      @@vickyburton2434

  • @1shilakes
    @1shilakes Рік тому +46

    After the angiogram I was informed that I had fairly poor 80 and 90 percent blockage in my heart arteries. I had scheduled a triple heart bypass surgery. I left the hospital in 5 days. I am now doing many weeks later physical cardiac therapy twice a week. I never had a heart attack and didn’t know how bad off I was. I am glad I did the bypass and am growing stronger every day. Good luck and you can prolong your life expectancy.

    • @dmgsoultogetherness6667
      @dmgsoultogetherness6667 9 місяців тому +1

      anazing

    • @nealjones84
      @nealjones84 8 місяців тому

      How are you doing now do you still have pain and is the scar big

    • @SusanBriel-j5q
      @SusanBriel-j5q 8 місяців тому +4

      U don't need to have any symptoms to have a heart condition

  • @DAVIDMCDOWELL-rc9uh
    @DAVIDMCDOWELL-rc9uh Рік тому +12

    I had two stents fitted after a major heart attack in April 23 , 6 months in I am good , I am an engineer not a medical professional , and was fine for 30 years , so did not have a clue , this channel is the best I have seen on UA-cam , educational and helpful , simple language which I understand so thank you all

  • @feliciaskeen5097
    @feliciaskeen5097 Рік тому +14

    Just had this done January 16 2024.. I came here several days before my procedure and this was THE BEST EXPLANATION EVER! I'm back reviewing this video and it was exactly as you said! No blockages thank God! Just recovering from the procedure is the test because they used my dominate hand and it's easy to forget NOT to use it lol.. Thank you for your brilliant explanation!

    • @lizbetheddy7268
      @lizbetheddy7268 Рік тому +1

      I'm having mine on February 8th , should I have to rest after the procedure? Thanks

    • @feliciaskeen5097
      @feliciaskeen5097 Рік тому +2

      @@lizbetheddy7268 ABSOLUTELY! NO LIFTING, PULLING OR PUSHING! VERY VERY LIGHT WORK IF YOU MUST! BUT DO NOT USE THAT'S ARM OR HAND AT ALL AFTER THE PROCEDURE! Also wear something very comfortable and easy to slip on and off because you can't use your hand! I don't know about the groin only the hand.. I'm still having slight pains in my palm, they said it was ok but I'm going to get checked out BUT so far so good!

    • @lizbetheddy7268
      @lizbetheddy7268 Рік тому +3

      @feliciaskeen5097 thank you, I'm having on my hand as well... I'm 44yo but my stress test showed abnormal and arteriosclerosis, so I have some blockage, they will do this to know where exactly and how much.. I'm little bit nervous as I have fibromyalgia and everything HURTS 10000% more, but... ♥️💪🙏 thank you again

    • @feliciaskeen5097
      @feliciaskeen5097 Рік тому

      @@lizbetheddy7268 you'll do just fine I promise! I was really really nervous as well! I actually cried before and during the procedure lol.. Hell I cried after too because of the unknown.. But I promise promise you'll do really well! You will not leave that hospital until they think you're fine! And if YOU think you're not PLEASE SPEAK UP! LET THEM KNOW YOUR CONCERNS! it only pinched going in only because they numb you first but you won't feel it at all, you'll be twilighted during the whole process.. You might not remember much during.. And I had the same diagnosis as you but they found I had no blockages! So prayers up for you and hopefully you'll receive the same result! ❤️ Come back after your procedure and let me know how it went! Good luck and with God's love you'll be fine!

    • @rosalynnogariza8966
      @rosalynnogariza8966 8 місяців тому +2

      Thanks for this video, helpful... is this procedure ok for 60yo above?

  • @rccarsandmusic2641
    @rccarsandmusic2641 Рік тому +15

    Thank you for this very helpful before my procedure. The after was great no blockages, driving 2 days later,I was told I have arteries of a 20 year old in a 69 year old body, I eat very healthy. The day after the procedure the wife and I walked 5250 steps with out stopping in the park and the next day over 6000 steps, a testement to eating right and exercising at 69 years old.

    • @elvishiekios8826
      @elvishiekios8826 5 місяців тому

      Before invasive angiography computerized angiography can tell if there is significant coronary blockage more than 89% to warrant diagnostic and therapeutic angioplasty.

    • @olgabaker6525
      @olgabaker6525 4 місяці тому

      That’s incredible! What is your diet? Please share 😃

  • @Hans_P
    @Hans_P Рік тому +9

    Thank you. I am 68. Having this procedure done November 24th as a precursor to mitrial valve repair. Fingers crossed no blockages found

  • @000caro555
    @000caro555 Рік тому +7

    Great advice, thank you. I had emergency angioplasty stent placed on 2 January 2024. Great explanation. 👍🤩

  • @baldassereambinette8269
    @baldassereambinette8269 10 місяців тому +5

    Thank you for the information 6 years ago l had a bypass & a year ago a stam l feel ok thanks for the good professors.

  • @Roxas9822
    @Roxas9822 Місяць тому +1

    The dr told my husband he needed a stent, but after months of research he’s problems wasn’t a stent it was a pace maker that he needed. Now he’s doing great ❤❤

  • @MsMuhammad01
    @MsMuhammad01 10 місяців тому +11

    This was VERY informative and helpful! Thank you for the time and care that you've taken to create this critically important content!

  • @annybfree9531
    @annybfree9531 Рік тому +9

    Thank you, your channel has helped support my husband in his recovery by giving us information at a perfect pace and in a really easy to understand manner. You are so informative and clear when explaining. Time is never a virtue in the midst of a busy hospital environment with never ending caseloads.

  • @rogeruk4291
    @rogeruk4291 Рік тому +15

    I’ve had a stent fitted although just before I kept my self slim and fit, but I was under unbelievable stress in my personal life due to my job and recent relationship break up bottom line my blood pressure was very high, I had a rupture in one of my arteries. My cholesterol has always been low. Bottom line stress along with high blood pressure is a killer so changing my lifestyle and job was a must if I wanted to stay alive.

  • @paulaj210670
    @paulaj210670 2 місяці тому +2

    Had 2 stents placed after being diagnosed with scad which i believe isnt a classic heart attack . This video is true to life in everything you have explained. 4 weeks down the line and im feeling ok but fairly exhausted

  • @guskoerner75
    @guskoerner75 Рік тому +4

    You explain this procedure well. My angiogram went exactly the way you described it. Removing the sheath from my radial artery was extremely painful. That's what I remember the most. The rest is a blur.

    • @bethb9248
      @bethb9248 6 місяців тому +1

      I'm sorry to hear that you had that pain. I just had this done three days ago and was amazed at the complete lack of pain. I'm wondering if they ramped up the drugs before removing the catheter because I remember a brief moment of watching the screen (very cool), then the next thing I remember is waking up back in my room. I'm extremely grateful that they kept me so comfortable. I hope for that for you too if you ever need to have this again.

    • @goodyeoman4534
      @goodyeoman4534 4 місяці тому

      @@bethb9248 It's usually more painful when people have narrower arteries due to dehydration or other things. Or sometimes the medics being stingy with the lidocaine.

  • @sparrowgirl5870
    @sparrowgirl5870 Рік тому +6

    Im having this done on the 21st of december. My mum had it done but they went through the groin.thank you

    • @RavenWolf2moons
      @RavenWolf2moons 4 місяці тому +2

      Through the groin I had done twice horrible experience. 😢😢😢😢 I never want to do that again 8 hrs first procedure 2 hours the second horrible experience but I'm so happy the gave😢 me life again

  • @lauramaple2135
    @lauramaple2135 7 місяців тому +6

    Had angiogram two days. Luckily no blockages or narrowing of arteries only in my 50s. Got sedation can't really remember much. So found this video really informative

    • @goodyeoman4534
      @goodyeoman4534 4 місяці тому

      They don't normally sedate. Were you having high BP or something?

    • @lauramaple2135
      @lauramaple2135 4 місяці тому

      @@goodyeoman4534 it was conscious sedation so I could take directions but no recall afterwards

    • @paulaj210670
      @paulaj210670 2 місяці тому

      They give pain relief if in pain which can make you sorta not all with it. Maybe that's what they mean

  • @apollodomingo3127
    @apollodomingo3127 Рік тому +9

    Thank you for the information..... it help us to understand what we don't know....

  • @Special-Guy
    @Special-Guy 2 місяці тому +2

    Thank you doctor, for an excellent explanation.
    Clear and concise.

  • @mzharalson8171
    @mzharalson8171 Рік тому +10

    I had This procedure done to see did I have a blockage and Thank GOD I didn’t have a blockage and didn’t have to have a stent, they couldn’t fine out through my wrist, so they had to go through my left side groin area but doing well!!

    • @goodyeoman4534
      @goodyeoman4534 4 місяці тому +1

      If they can't get into your radial, they'll go femoral. But they prefer radial as it carries less bleeding risk and means you can sit up after the procedure.

  • @tismeDenis
    @tismeDenis 4 місяці тому +2

    Now it makes sense, wristband wise after having a stent fitted 7 days ago. Thank you Dr.

  • @stephenrichards6198
    @stephenrichards6198 Рік тому +8

    Just had a stent put in proved trickry to do saved me going to Sydney for open bypass.. Thank you for your time posting this info on you tube... and a big thank you to CCU at Port Macquarie Base Hospital.

    • @HeartMatters
      @HeartMatters  Рік тому +1

      Thank you to you too Stephen for your feedback and support! All the very best.

  • @kali8351
    @kali8351 2 місяці тому +1

    I've been scheduled for this session day after tomorrow a bit encouraging to see gud explanations thank you so much feeling grateful ❤🙏

  • @cristellmartin5357
    @cristellmartin5357 Місяць тому +1

    Thank you for explaining this to me. My son is having an angiogram today
    Cristell

  • @marthaellenconner98
    @marthaellenconner98 4 місяці тому +2

    Prayers for a loved one who has undergone stent procedure 🙏🏻♥️

  • @katylowe3504
    @katylowe3504 7 місяців тому +3

    Having this done again and this time I am buying an arm sling. Really needed one. For comfort and also to remind me not to use my hand/wrist/arm.

  • @ShadowsMommy741
    @ShadowsMommy741 8 місяців тому +3

    I had this done April 2024. My widow maker was 99% blocked. I wasn’t surprised because I was having horrible chest pains prior. I have blockages on 3 more arteries but they were too shall to stent.

  • @LegisnianaLorenzo
    @LegisnianaLorenzo 6 місяців тому +10

    I undergone this procedure 3 times leading to angioplasty implanting stents 5 stents in my case with 5 artery blocks now almost 14 years after the procedure, 2010,2011,and 2016

    • @ReginaMaliehe
      @ReginaMaliehe 4 дні тому

      How u feeling now?.........they say that the dye causes kidney damage.......did it do any harm to ur kidneys......put I stent 2months ago....thank u❤❤❤

  • @barbiespence6041
    @barbiespence6041 9 днів тому +1

    Wonderful Explanation!

  • @MrAnon-2024
    @MrAnon-2024 Рік тому +8

    Great explanation of what’s involved in the procedure. I remember that pressure band being quite uncomfortable at the time and I did have a bit of bleeding when the pressure was released, but things were fine after a few hours.

  • @gazzafloss
    @gazzafloss Рік тому +11

    Peter, they went in through my left wrist radial artery when I had a stent put in nine years ago. I recall it was a painful experience as they removed the device from my wrist, ended up having a queried "compartment syndrome" of my forearm. Some minor discomfort for a short time but better a life gained.

    • @HeartMatters
      @HeartMatters  Рік тому +3

      we do sometimes use the left side but generally the catheters travel down to the arteries in a more straightforward approach from the right side. This seems an uncommon but important complication whereby there may have been a bleed or bruise that placed pressure within the confined space of our forearm. Thanks for sharing your feedback!

  • @schnozz21
    @schnozz21 Рік тому +7

    I had two procedures inserting stents. First was the heart attack in the LAD or "widow maker" artery where the blockage was requiring two stents. Couple days I was having bad chest pains and feeling as if I was getting a bad flu, no energy, achy, nausea. Third day I started vomiting for couple hours I couldn't stop. Thought I was poisoned so I knew something was wrong. I called ambulance finding out it was the heart attack. Recovery was couple weeks I just took it easy. Procedure was through the groin not wrist.
    Now 4 months after I started experiencing fatigue, dizziness and shortness of breath. I did have a follow up 2 months after her attack and was told I did have more blockage in another artery but was only 50 percent blocked. So I kinda knew these new symptoms were gonna be another stent. So I went to have an angioplasty the balloon thing done to find out about more blockage. Two more stents needed on this trip. I experienced some discomfort during this procedure, it actually hurt and I felt nauseous in the middle of the surgery. So now 3 days later I feel great. Through the femoral artery again so the leg is sore. But I should be back in action next week. Now I have 4 stents in there 😮. Maybe that'll hold me off for a while!

    • @nealjones84
      @nealjones84 8 місяців тому +1

      Do your leg or groin still hurt

    • @goodyeoman4534
      @goodyeoman4534 4 місяці тому

      Hope you're doing okay? I advise calling 999/911 straight away if you get chest pain or clamminess. Don't wait. They like tog et you in within TWO hours if they can, "door-to-balloon time".

  • @roxannetatum2545
    @roxannetatum2545 Рік тому +4

    Thank you so much for this very informative video. i had my angiogram today at it was so simple and painless. This viedo help go into this procedure with open eyes .

  • @ahmadzialangari6135
    @ahmadzialangari6135 9 місяців тому +4

    I had this three days ago in afghanistan at age 73 and i fell comfortable no. The bph has reduced around 120/80. I also have been bypassed five years ago in india.

  • @justinglenn69
    @justinglenn69 Місяць тому

    I have had 2 angiograms, last 1 was about 8 years ago and they went in through the groin and afterwards I had to lie in bed for 6 hours with "sandbags" on top of the site. Good to see a less invasive method used these days.

  • @margaretlewis8189
    @margaretlewis8189 Рік тому +4

    My radial wrist developed a low grade bruise that hasn’t much healed in ten days. I figure there’s a lot more going on inside that I can’t see. Zero pain. I don’t drive right now abuse of a back injury and the medication I’ve been on. That tourniquet thing was fascinating…I’m used to seeing the twig and handkerchief type. This thing was bloody tight. That hurt. I had to wait an hour before anyone would release any pressure. Over the next hour they released the tourniquet a bit at a time. Then I had to wait another hour before I got to go home.
    They gave me lidocaine to numb everything and something that sent a heat wave down to my fingertips…felt like my hand was being jammed into an oven. But it passed in about 5 seconds….

    • @Miles_2GoB4ISleep
      @Miles_2GoB4ISleep Рік тому +3

      Same here. Got bruise which hasn't healead even after 1 week. Also having pain in entire right hand.

  • @pambain9415
    @pambain9415 Рік тому +3

    This is the BEST explanation and demonstration I have seen. Thank you!

  • @LiftedApe100
    @LiftedApe100 11 місяців тому +4

    I am 41 years old. Had chest pain off and on for years. Just had a wrist catheter done. No blockage but found out I was born with a myocardial Bridge. I was already on a metoprolol. Now put on a calcium channel blocker too. I hate taking pills but now on both. Hopefully they help.

  • @trevorpowis3577
    @trevorpowis3577 Рік тому +3

    Lastest video an eye opener and interesting alternatives in some situations. Tks again Proff P
    Trevor Powis Cohuna Victoria Australia 🇦🇺

  • @alisonhay5924
    @alisonhay5924 10 місяців тому +1

    I had this in December following a heart attack airlifted to hospital I had two stents and so far I'm feeling very well.

  • @LynnDeatherage-q3k
    @LynnDeatherage-q3k Рік тому +4

    I had this done in Dec 1,2020. And I have Cardiomyopathy and heart failure and myocarditis as well. They did this test cathin arthy device to stop bleeding and I had that band on 2hours.

  • @aarkay999
    @aarkay999 11 місяців тому +1

    Thank you Doctor 🙏 it’s really really very useful guidance 🙏

  • @Steposhina
    @Steposhina Рік тому +4

    Thank you for the elaborate explanation 🙏 for my mother

  • @AussieDJRemixes
    @AussieDJRemixes Рік тому +7

    I haven't had this procedure. I was in hospital this week for chest pain from two blocked grafts from a bypass in 2007, they went in through the groin because it was a tricky and complicated procedure. I did have chest pain afterwards because they did alot of stretching of the grafts but it was gone by the next day, they put stiches in my leg at the artery which caused unbearable pain while it was being done and is still sore four days after and black from bruising. The whole thing was not pleasant and was not pain free, I suffered more pain from this procedure than I did from the pain caused by the two blockages. I feel like a different person after this but not in a sense of better, I've withdrawn from life and people. it was not a very good experience and it was done in one of Sydney's top hospitals.

    • @nealjones84
      @nealjones84 8 місяців тому

      Oh my sorry 2 hear that, have ur pain gone away yet

  • @cynthialock3936
    @cynthialock3936 7 місяців тому +6

    I just got out of hospital this week and had this procedure. The doctor said I had 90 % blockage.

    • @RavenWolf2moons
      @RavenWolf2moons 5 місяців тому

      Same just got out today at 8pm 8. Total this was second procedure

  • @michaelabayata1259
    @michaelabayata1259 10 місяців тому +3

    Hi doc, just want to ask if you have this kind of procedure stented heart you can go back to your physically activities like playing basketball or strenuous exercise? Thank you for your reply in advance.

  • @ankitatiwari5362
    @ankitatiwari5362 11 місяців тому +4

    Hello ,My dad is 65 he got a stenting done just 2 days back . Have been discharged have little bruises in the arm can u suggest any medication because the doctor saud it will go away in a few days....

  • @jacquelineandrade1306
    @jacquelineandrade1306 6 місяців тому +2

    Went through this procedure in June 2024. However, ny fingers were so swollen i couldn't bend them and my hand was also swollen and painful with colors of the rainbow.
    I was akso having pain in my chest but my doctor said she had a pretty had time getting tge Stent in because of tge blockage which was 90 abd 95%. Giving thanks im still around 😊

    • @joshjones8127
      @joshjones8127 2 місяці тому

      How was the procedure itself? Or was all this from the procedure

  • @mikeb2611
    @mikeb2611 11 місяців тому +3

    can you please discuss what other options there are if you have kidney disease and cant have the dye?

    • @HeartMatters
      @HeartMatters  10 місяців тому +2

      Great question, I will discuss this in an upcoming video, essentially non-invasive stress tests can be useful like stress echocardiogram and myocardial perfusion scans (nuclear medicine scans).

    • @mikeb2611
      @mikeb2611 9 місяців тому +1

      ​@@HeartMattersmy cardiologist and nephrologist have assured me the low amount of dye is a non worry....I just had a calcium score of 2 yesterday. Is that a good sign? I already had an abnormal stress test..Thats what started all this

  • @sherronmalik7842
    @sherronmalik7842 Місяць тому

    This video was very informative, I had one done 10 days ago and still experiencing some pain in my hands,is that normal ?

  • @donnanaccarato2966
    @donnanaccarato2966 Місяць тому +1

    I just got home yesterday from my second angiogram. First one ended up with three stents.IAll the heart tests showed nothing so when I got the same symptoms I practically begged heart doctor to do another as over a years wait for nuclear stress test.It was my heart as I already figured.Have another blocked artery but too risky to put stent in.Should be bypass but they don't do that unless it's more than one.I was so looking forward to 8:09 finding out what was wrong and getting it fixed but instead I am going on nitro patches to feed the pharmaceutical beasts.If you have had this happen or use the patches let me know what to expect. Thanks

    • @MONAPORTER-h7m
      @MONAPORTER-h7m 10 днів тому

      I had two stent placed but had another blockage which is too complicated to stent. I have shortness of breath and overall weakness. I exercise three times a week for one hour; 1/2 hour on the bike and Walking for 1/2 hour on the treadmill. It’s been a couple years.

  • @quansettasimswilliams3637
    @quansettasimswilliams3637 8 місяців тому +1

    I just had two stints put in thank u for this video

  • @cadrat1962
    @cadrat1962 19 днів тому

    Just had this proceedure yesterday and happy to be told I have no blockages or coranary desease......Wanted to watch this to see when I can play golf again? 🙂

    • @Naeem_Ally
      @Naeem_Ally 12 днів тому

      Hi there,
      Im glad to hear that you have no cardiac issues.
      May i ask why did they want perform an angio

    • @cadrat1962
      @cadrat1962 11 днів тому

      @@Naeem_Ally exactly whats in the video.

  • @richarddeschamps5425
    @richarddeschamps5425 Рік тому +5

    Excellent information, thank you.

  • @khansamiuzzaman7013
    @khansamiuzzaman7013 Рік тому +6

    Hello, can you make a video on life after coronary angioplasty. I recently had one (one week earlier) and I am only 30 years old only. So my lifestyle would be different than someone much older. Can you give some tips on the to dos and no dos such as how much work to take or exercise, travel, etc. Thank you!

    • @kylechavez7961
      @kylechavez7961 Рік тому +2

      How are you doing now ? And what was the reason for getting a angiogram? In 30 as well and I may be getting one because of all this heart pain after covid

    • @HeartMatters
      @HeartMatters  Рік тому +6

      A wonderful suggestion, I will Khan. You are so right, there is often significant anxiety and preparation before and during the procedure, people may be in hospital for a few days with a heart attack and then a stent is placed and soon after they are sent home. We will cove some of these important aspects including getting back to exercise, driving, flying etc Thanks for your suggestion.

    • @BlueRageXXX
      @BlueRageXXX Рік тому +1

      Did you take the vaccines?

  • @jackvan2732
    @jackvan2732 10 місяців тому +2

    this man is very caring .

  • @beanondaddy3397
    @beanondaddy3397 Рік тому +1

    I had sequent please neo dcb done on 16 Jan. I got bed rest for 4 days after that at home just to be on safe side.

  • @MrJustsaysean
    @MrJustsaysean 6 місяців тому +2

    I would invest in wrist support with metal brace because it's very important to keep the wrist safe and straight when you sleep. It's very easy to bend the wrist and undo the healing process if u jolt it asleep, or awake for that matter.

  • @commonman9005
    @commonman9005 Рік тому +5

    After how many days of an angiogram can we start working out (more specifically weight lifting)? No blockages, minor bradycardia and artery shrinkage due to smoking.

    • @phacocataractdrlvkraju5
      @phacocataractdrlvkraju5 Рік тому

      After how many days can we restart gym workouts with weights?

    • @calit5861
      @calit5861 9 місяців тому

      I was told 5 days

    • @elvishiekios8826
      @elvishiekios8826 5 місяців тому +1

      Weight lifting gradual after 30 days I would say just to be safe!

  • @Philip_Chong
    @Philip_Chong 6 місяців тому +1

    Doc you didn't mention that the wrist strap is extremely uncomfortable and your hand would be very uncomfortable as well. In my case, the blood flowed under my skin and the nurse ran to call the surgeon to take a look at my wrist. The doctor immediately applied a second wrist band and my hand discomfort was so uncomfortable for the next few hours.

  • @jerrywarner9935
    @jerrywarner9935 9 місяців тому +1

    More info. This procedure was done in my left wrist approximately four years ago.

  • @Me-kf4og
    @Me-kf4og 10 місяців тому +2

    I’ve had unknown chest pains for 4 years. I’ve had an MRI no dye, 2 CTA, 1 stress test, 2 echocardiograms, calcium score of Zero, multiple labs / all negative. All my test come back perfect. I’m 40 years old. The pain is sharp and sometimes pressure. They want me to have a heart cath next. Since everything is negative, should I bother with a heart cath? Thank you.

    • @calit5861
      @calit5861 10 місяців тому +2

      Right, I have a similar story.. All other tests are negative, and now I'm going to have the procedure tomorrow.. I decided to go ahead with the procedure to rule it out.. I don't think my arteries are blocked, so I'm pretty interested in what the next step will be after it comes back negative

    • @joshjones8127
      @joshjones8127 2 місяці тому

      Exact same boat. I've been going back and forth on doing it. If nothing else maybe the peace of mind will help

    • @joshjones8127
      @joshjones8127 2 місяці тому

      ​@@calit5861did you get it? If so how was it?

  • @MAbate-bh3mf
    @MAbate-bh3mf Рік тому +2

    Dr, I think I messed
    my arm up I just had an angiogram on June 29, 2023 and two days later I was helping my husband with the groceries and I accidentally picked up a heavy bag of food. A few hours later it started hurting really bad I go back for a follow up on July 6, 2023 that’s in two days everything you said about the bruising the pain the swelling all that’s there. It hurts really bad and I still have 48 hours before I see a doctor. Any advice that I can do at home? Thank you so much for the video.

    • @vrajeshkumar
      @vrajeshkumar Рік тому +4

      Please have your husband drive you to emergency care. That is what my team advices

    • @MAbate-bh3mf
      @MAbate-bh3mf Рік тому +4

      @@vrajeshkumar thank you I followed your advice and they gave me an ultrasound of my arm. I created a hematoma when I picked up the heavy bag. I’m better now and the pain is not so bad.
      The doctor instructed to keep an ace bandage on it off and on for 2 weeks.
      Thank you again for the response !! God bless !!

    • @utahdan231
      @utahdan231 Рік тому

      I got hematoma after angioplasty. Went to ER too because my body was 30% blue

  • @rajboy9818
    @rajboy9818 Місяць тому

    Already on blood thinner should we take heparin?

  • @dazraf
    @dazraf Місяць тому

    Can anyone please advise me how and when I should clean the site of the wound (wrist)? Also, when can I have a shower? Do I need to cover my right hand with a plastic bag?

  • @GrizzoWalsh
    @GrizzoWalsh Рік тому +3

    I had to get a stent placed this week and I guess I'm wondering why no one ever has mentioned that there would be chest discomfort and short bursts of dull pain that almost make me have panic attacks... I did have to revisit my ER the day after I was discharged because I was experiencing burning in my left arm and hand, but all of the EKG, blood work and x-ray were normal.

    • @1911blacksteel
      @1911blacksteel Рік тому +3

      WOW I just had mine and went back because of those pains..

    • @GrizzoWalsh
      @GrizzoWalsh Рік тому +1

      @@1911blacksteel let us know what they tell you about that.

    • @adalbertfuchs9107
      @adalbertfuchs9107 Рік тому +1

      Same experience, stent fitted 6 weeks ago, still chest discomfort.

    • @jeanhill6136
      @jeanhill6136 Рік тому +1

      Same here. Two stents fitted 6 weeks ago and still have chest pains. Let us know what they say. 👍

    • @JI7NKJ
      @JI7NKJ Рік тому +2

      Hello. I had the same procedure last week and can relate to the chest pain, I was offered and took morphine, never felt pain like it but it was something that had to be done, feeling better now, hope you are too.

  • @peteryen7927
    @peteryen7927 Рік тому +1

    I developed tendinitis in my forearm after the surgery. It is very painful.
    On and off pain comes and last for few hours.

  • @markroath98
    @markroath98 Рік тому +2

    Doctor, I have read comments about tremendous pain and very little pain. What is your experience regarding pain during an after the procedure? I have the procedure in two days.

  • @aleccap5946
    @aleccap5946 6 місяців тому

    Never had this before, apparently i have to have this done before i can have a hip replacement ?

  • @edwardwaldron7813
    @edwardwaldron7813 Рік тому +1

    @heart matters I had a Angigram December 19th 2023 after I suffered and Brain Aneurysm June 2023. I still get a little discomfort in my wrist area will it ever go away I get goosebumps feeling in my hand and at times feels like the wrist area has a swelling feeling

  • @sudheergoutham-h2v
    @sudheergoutham-h2v Рік тому +2

    I had my angiogram today, the doctor said i didnt have any major blockages , but while using the contrast, he said the flow was slow and brisk.
    -ve Troponic, All good on 2d echo and ECG, Normal cholestrol. I have pain in. my chest.

    • @nealjones84
      @nealjones84 Рік тому

      Did they find out why you were having pain in ur chest

    • @Miles_2GoB4ISleep
      @Miles_2GoB4ISleep Рік тому +3

      I had same symptoms. Had done CAG last week. It says pain is due to sluggish blood flow in heart.

    • @dimplesbae7071
      @dimplesbae7071 Рік тому +2

      How they fix it

    • @sudheergoutham-h2v
      @sudheergoutham-h2v Рік тому

      are you a smoker ?@@Miles_2GoB4ISleep

    • @sudheergoutham-h2v
      @sudheergoutham-h2v Рік тому

      How old are you?@@Miles_2GoB4ISleep

  • @a.s.k3149
    @a.s.k3149 16 днів тому

    What about stenting through the thigh area?

  • @bretyoung1869
    @bretyoung1869 4 місяці тому

    Great video Doc !!
    Thanks 👍🇺🇲✌️

  • @robstimson4234
    @robstimson4234 5 місяців тому

    l'm at 8:07 and what popped into my head was, is there a separate lV putting antibiotics in your blood during the whole procedure? The word 'infection' made me think of this.

  • @AdrianVarma-k7i
    @AdrianVarma-k7i 4 місяці тому

    Hi Heart Matters … I see you are based in Australia. I had a CABG x 3 done 10 weeks ago in Brisbane…. I went in to do a Angiogram and turned out the artery on left side of heart was like 90% blocked… so they decided next morning to do CABg. I am on asprin… Clopidogrel , metoprolol and a statin. I am not a fan of medication and prefer to do what they do in USA for some patients …. Diet and excercise. I have been to GP few times to review the meds … I suspect b blocker is doing this ….Nausea, diarrhea, migraines…. I have reduced the b blocker to half tablet morning and night no difference…. I have a sinus rhythm and no afib…. HR is stable also… (even when skipped a dose … whoops)I have been told by GPs to man up and deal with the side effects (Hawthorne here Brisbane) are others been told the same as well? I was going to wait until 3 months and start to taper of the b blocker…

  • @junaidjutt2638
    @junaidjutt2638 Рік тому +1

    hlw sir i have a question...my mother had been through this procedure and and nearly after a month shes feeling pain in arm through which angiography was done ...is this normal ???

  • @joeyirock
    @joeyirock 7 місяців тому +2

    A good majority of people cannot do a catarization through the arm because the artery is smaller than the groin

  • @paulmannion8710
    @paulmannion8710 5 місяців тому +1

    My missus had it done last week and had a bad bleed and nearly died 😢

  • @journeyyy115
    @journeyyy115 Рік тому

    Sir if the blockage extends from distal LMCA to proximal LAD ,can Angioplasty be done?? blockage in LMCA less than 50% and in proximal LAD 75 %.

  • @wendyszablewski3453
    @wendyszablewski3453 10 місяців тому +1

    What about complications? I had 4 of these procedure always have a complication.. next week nr 5

  • @jerrywarner9935
    @jerrywarner9935 9 місяців тому +1

    Why do I have a bump at incision that sometimes expands quite large and hurts like hell and then shrinks back down to a small bump which is always present

  • @Clarkson350
    @Clarkson350 8 місяців тому +1

    Dominant arm seems like a bad idea. Ive had some serious bad luck with damage done to my right arm in hospitals

  • @eldaelda1517
    @eldaelda1517 7 місяців тому

    Thank you

  • @Hannah-jk3dk
    @Hannah-jk3dk Рік тому

    Soothing I understand now

  • @dmgsoultogetherness6667
    @dmgsoultogetherness6667 9 місяців тому +1

    be very careful with allergic reactions to the iodine contrast dye my whole chest is red and itching now

  • @dmloder
    @dmloder Рік тому +3

    Is it normal to still get sharp pains in the entry zone (inner thigh in my case) was walking and think I over did it.
    It's been 12 months and site still hurts?

    • @nealjones84
      @nealjones84 8 місяців тому

      Did your report it to your doctor if do what did they do to help you

  • @olegvorkunov5400
    @olegvorkunov5400 9 місяців тому

    I am scheduled to do that on may 16th 2024. I am a little bit worried.

    • @dinkylinker
      @dinkylinker 9 місяців тому

      Me too.

    • @tonyandfriends2896
      @tonyandfriends2896 8 місяців тому +2

      I had it done 2 times already anh I don’t feel nothing when the Dr put stents in .

  • @MohammadNassirJaschalPangilan
    @MohammadNassirJaschalPangilan 8 місяців тому

    Hello guys just had my angioplasty, im 24 years old and i had a major heart attack last may 03, 2024. im having a fear to have a heart attack again what should be my diet?

    • @elvishiekios8826
      @elvishiekios8826 5 місяців тому

      Ask a dietician or read what a retired Indian anesthesiologist wrote in his lists in previous comments.

  • @Discover-Ireland
    @Discover-Ireland 4 місяці тому

    I had this procedure done a few days ago. The pressure on my arm was very severe as they were putting the wire through.
    My fingers and palm felt it was on fire. It’s been a few days since I got it done and my arm is still very sore. It’s something I wouldn’t like to get done ever again.

  • @gc641
    @gc641 26 днів тому

    Mother of Jesus that’s a long tube….going for mines next month, scared as hell

  • @MNP208
    @MNP208 Рік тому +2

    Do you ever recommend icing the wrist for a couple of days?

  • @shirazhidayat5943
    @shirazhidayat5943 Рік тому +2

    Hello Doctor
    I often have slight numbness or you may call as weakness in my arms and calf muscles. After I wake up, usually my shoulders and neck is sore. After excercise, I feel better.My recent ecg and echo reports are normal. I don't feel breathless. Do you think its a heart condition and do you think that I should visit a cardiologist? I have turned 40 in March. Please advise.

    • @Hannah-jk3dk
      @Hannah-jk3dk Рік тому

      I have that 2 scary but I did physiotherapy and it was better but it is back

  • @Mary-kv2hv
    @Mary-kv2hv Рік тому +1

    Doctor, 67 yr old female white with calcium score of 2768 and Rad score 4a, asymptomatic but with all risk factors except diabetes.
    Cardiologist says I need LHC. From my research it seems that is for stable angina. I have no angina. On max statins and BP meds. Starting Leqvio soon. Your take?

    • @HeartMatters
      @HeartMatters  Рік тому +4

      very good and common question Mary. Always difficult for me to provide direct advice but your topic is so important and common for many in our community, I will have a Q&A session and discuss this topic in further details, Thanks for supporting the channel!

    • @roxannetatum2545
      @roxannetatum2545 Рік тому +3

      Thank you so much. I have to have an angiogram and have been a little scared. This explanation had put me at ease.

    • @msmith8998
      @msmith8998 7 місяців тому +1

      You need a cardio scan first. Contrast to tell, less evasive, mine spelled it out for me , blocked over 70%

  • @faizan27984
    @faizan27984 Рік тому +1

    Thanks doc for making your hand dirty to make us understand.

  • @Jamie.42
    @Jamie.42 Рік тому

    Do i feel it?

    • @manicpopeify
      @manicpopeify 11 місяців тому

      The most pain I had was them numbing the area.

  • @freespiritwithnature4384
    @freespiritwithnature4384 Рік тому +2

    IVs bruise me badly in the veins. I had IV for stress test and vein kept collapsing, and day afterwards i had huge ,lump and bruise where they drew blood and IV line. I asked if were put out and they said no.

  • @Charlie-il1mk
    @Charlie-il1mk Рік тому +2

    Heparin should be withheld case by case due to risk of bleeding out

  • @danielwindle6180
    @danielwindle6180 8 місяців тому

    I've had it once but no stent

  • @irineojason
    @irineojason 3 місяці тому

    I was told I had right coronary ectasia.

  • @realwmm
    @realwmm Рік тому +2

    Nice explanation. Too bad I'm watching this after having had a heart attack a few months ago. Boo hoo. Doing fine now, though.