Primary PCI (Angioplasty for Heart Attack)

Emergency opening of blocked coronary artery using balloon and stent during an acute heart attack to restore blood flow.

Primary PCI (Angioplasty for Heart Attack) is recommended for patients with specific symptoms, abnormal test results, or as part of a planned treatment pathway. Your Interventional Cardiology specialist will evaluate your suitability.

Primary PCI (Angioplasty for Heart Attack) is typically performed with Local + Sedation. The anaesthesia team will review your health history and allergies before the procedure.

The typical duration is noted in the quick stats above. This may vary depending on complexity and individual patient factors.

Risks include minor discomfort, bruising, rare infection, and in some cases incomplete results requiring repeat testing. Serious complications are uncommon but are discussed at consent.

Primary PCI (Angioplasty for Heart Attack) has a documented success rate of 95% at accredited centres. Individual outcomes depend on the underlying condition, patient health, and care team expertise.