06/02/2026
When heart arteries are blocked, bypass surgery isnโt the only answer anymore. ๐
IVL (Intravascular Lithotripsy) is an advanced, minimally invasive procedure that uses controlled sonic pressure waves to break down hardened calcium inside the artery. Once the calcium is fractured, a stent can be placed more safely and effectivelyโrestoring smooth blood flow to the heart.
Unlike traditional bypass surgery, IVL is done through a small catheter (usually via wrist or groin), without opening the chest.
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Benefits of IVL over bypass surgery:
โข No major chest incision
โข Shorter hospital stay (often 1โ2 days)
โข Faster recovery and return to normal life
โข Lower surgical trauma
โข Ideal for heavily calcified blockages
For selected patients with calcified coronary artery disease, IVL can be a game-changerโless invasive, highly precise, and heart-friendly.
If you or your loved one has been advised surgery for heart blockage, ask your cardiologist whether IVL is an option.
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๐ฉบ Consult our expert cardiologist Dr. Parijat Deb Choudhury for timely checkups Medithics Clinic and Diagnostic Center
๐ 033 4058 5544
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๐ Mukundapur, Kolkata