Question

Under what circumstances angioplasty is performed?

• A. Atherosclerosis
• B. Blood vessel damage
• C. Myocardial infarction
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is A Atherosclerosis

Angioplasty (or balloon angioplasty) is an endovascular procedure to widen narrowed or obstructed arteries or veins, typically to treat arterial atherosclerosis. An empty, collapsed balloon, known as a balloon catheter, is passed over a wire into the narrowed locations and then inflated to a fixed size. The balloon forces expansion of the stenosis (narrowing) within the vessel and the surrounding muscular wall, opening up the blood vessel for improved flow, and the balloon is then deflated and withdrawn.

So, the correct answer is 'Atherosclerosis'.