Coronary angioplasty has revolutionized the treatment of heart blockages, offering a minimally invasive alternative to open-heart surgery. As one of Mumbai’s most experienced interventional cardiologists, Dr. Vijay Bang has performed over 10,000 angioplasties throughout his illustrious 30-year career at Lilavati Hospital & Research Centre.
“Angioplasty is a procedure where we use a tiny balloon to open narrowed or blocked coronary arteries,” explains Dr. Bang, who is recognized as the best cardiologist in Mumbai for complex cardiac interventions. “The procedure often includes placing a stent to keep the artery open, restoring normal blood flow to the heart muscle.”
What sets Dr. Bang apart in the field of angioplasty is his expertise in handling complex cases that many other cardiologists might refer for bypass surgery. With advanced certifications including FACC and FSCAI (USA), Dr. Bang utilizes cutting-edge techniques like Rotablator for heavily calcified blockages and OCT/IVUS imaging for precise stent placement.
For patients experiencing chest pain, shortness of breath, or those diagnosed with coronary artery disease, angioplasty can be life-saving. Dr. Bang emphasizes that modern angioplasty techniques have significantly improved outcomes and reduced recovery times compared to traditional surgical approaches.
“The advancements in angioplasty technology have been remarkable,” notes Dr. Bang, who regularly conducts training sessions on complex angioplasties as the Course Director for the INDIA ACT CONFERENCE. “Today, we can treat multiple blockages, chronic total occlusions, and bifurcation lesions with much higher success rates than was possible even a decade ago.”
Patients seeking expert consultation for coronary artery disease or those considering angioplasty can reach Dr. Vijay Bang at Lilavati Hospital & Research Centre, A-791, Bandra Reclamation, Bandra (W), Mumbai. Contact +91 9820030363 or visit https://heartguruindia.com for appointment scheduling.
