Coronary angiography, commonly referred to as an angiogram, is a minimally invasive diagnostic procedure used to visualize the coronary arteries that supply blood to the heart. At Livasa Hospital Mohali, coronary angiography is performed in advanced cath labs by experienced interventional cardiologists to accurately detect blockages, narrowing, or other abnormalities in the coronary vessels.

Understanding Coronary Angiography

During coronary angiography, a thin, flexible catheter is inserted through a blood vessel—usually in the wrist (radial artery) or groin (femoral artery)—and guided under X-ray to the coronary arteries. A contrast dye is injected through the catheter, and a series of X-ray images are captured. These images show the pattern of blood flow and highlight any areas of stenosis (narrowing) or blockage.

Expert Interventional Cardiologists at Livasa Hospital

The interventional cardiology team at Livasa Hospital Mohali is led by senior experts like Dr. Harinder K. Bali, who has:

• 40+ years of interventional cardiology experience

• 50,000+ successful coronary interventions

• 150,000+ patients treated globally

• International recognition in complex coronary procedures

• First in the world to demonstrate non-surgical device closure of heart free wall rupture (2007)

• 75+ published papers in leading international journals

The cardiology department routinely performs coronary angiography for patients from Mohali, Chandigarh, and across Punjab, including those referred for complex or high-risk cases.

Advanced Cath Lab Technology

The hospital's cath labs are equipped with the latest digital angiography systems, including:

When is Coronary Angiography Needed?

Coronary angiography is usually recommended for patients with:

• Exertional chest pain (angina) suggesting coronary artery disease

• Abnormal stress test results indicating ischemia

• Breathlessness with suspected cardiac origin

• Unexplained fatigue or exercise intolerance

• Acute coronary syndromes (heart attack requiring urgent diagnosis)

• Pre-operative cardiac assessment for non-cardiac surgery

• Heart failure evaluation with unknown etiology

• Arrhythmias with cardiac origin

Acute Coronary Syndrome Management

For patients with acute coronary syndromes, such as heart attack, rapid diagnosis and treatment can save heart muscle and lives. At Livasa Hospital Mohali, primary angioplasty services are available round-the-clock, and the angiography suite is integrated with emergency services for time-critical cases.

The hospital maintains door-to-balloon protocols to minimize time from hospital arrival to coronary intervention, ensuring optimal outcomes.

The Angiography Procedure

Procedure Duration: 20–40 minutes

How It Works:

1. Patient Preparation: Light sedation and continuous monitoring setup

2. Arterial Access: Sterile preparation of wrist or groin access site

3. Local Anesthesia: Numbing of catheter insertion site

4. Catheter Advancement: Careful navigation to target coronary arteries

5. Angiography: Contrast injection and X-ray image capture

6. Assessment: Cardiologist evaluates vessel anatomy and blockages

7. Recovery: Monitoring in recovery area before discharge

What to Expect:

• Local anaesthesia is used at the access site

• Most patients remain awake but comfortable during the procedure

• Continuous ECG and blood pressure monitoring ensure safety

• You may feel mild pressure or warmth during contrast injection (normal)

• No pain should be experienced during the procedure

Post-Procedure Care

After coronary angiography, the cardiologist reviews the images with the patient and family, explains the extent of disease, and discusses the best treatment plan. Recovery options include:

• Medical Management: For mild disease suitable for medication alone

• Coronary Angioplasty and Stenting: For significant blockages

• Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG): For complex multi-vessel disease

• Hybrid Approaches: Combined PCI and surgical strategies

Quick Recovery & Hospital Stay

Recovery after coronary angiography is usually quick, especially when the radial artery is used:

• Most patients can sit up and walk within a few hours

• Many can go home the same day or next day

• Return to light activities within 3-5 days

• Normal activities within 1-2 weeks (depending on further procedures)

• Driving resumption typically within 1 week

Hospital Network Benefits

Patients from across Punjab prefer Livasa Hospital for coronary angiography because of:

• Experienced cardiology team with international credentials

• Advanced infrastructure and evidence-based protocols

• Full cardiothoracic surgery backup on site

• Network across Mohali, Amritsar, Hoshiarpur, Nawanshahr, and Khanna

• Treating over 300,000 patients annually

• 15+ years of established cardiac care excellence

Diagnostic Accuracy & Outcomes

Dr. Harinder K. Bali's team maintains diagnostic accuracy rates exceeding 99% for coronary lesion detection. The comprehensive assessment using IVUS and OCT ensures optimal treatment planning and excellent long-term outcomes.

Schedule Your Coronary Angiography Today

For coronary angiography appointments in Mohali, contact us immediately:

Livasa Hospital Mohali
Sector 71, Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar (SAS Nagar)
Mohali, Punjab – 160071
Phone: +91-80788 80788 (24/7 Emergency)
Website: www.livasahospitals.com

Don't delay. Early diagnosis prevents complications. Call +91-80788 80788 to schedule your coronary angiography at Livasa Hospital Mohali with expert interventional cardiologists.