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Laser-based angioplasty in KGMU soon
Lucknow: KGMU will soon launch laser-based angioplasty services that promises a more precise and less invasive approach for patients dealing with blocked arteries in the heart.
VC Prof Soniya Nityanand has granted the initial approval for procuring the specialised machine that costs about Rs 5 crore.
Unlike traditional balloon angioplasty, laser option employs a focused laser beam to vaporise plaque buildup directly within the arteries. This effectively clears blockages and restores healthy blood flow, making it particularly beneficial for complex or severely calcified lesions that might be challenging to treat with conventional methods.
Prof Rishi Sethi, head of the cardiology department, said this procedure is more complex than regular angioplasty and can cost an extra Rs 1 to 1.2 lakh.
"The laser angioplasty is very useful for patients where balloon angioplasty or even rotablation – a method that uses a tiny rotating tool – fails. The laser can melt the cholesterol and blood clots in the arteries and bring back proper blood flow," he said.
