In this video, Dr. Mark A. Turco, Director of the Center for Cardiac and Vascular Research at Washington Adventist Hospital (Takoma Park, Maryland), performs an angiogram on a female patient with a history of heart disease in her family.

When plaque builds up in arteries, it narrows the channel through which blood flows. When blood flow is restricted or completely blocked, the oxygen and nutrients your muscles and organs need to function are also restricted. And when muscles or the heart that are deprived of oxygen are placed under additional stress, such as during exertion, you may feel discomfort. Watch this video to learn more about coronary artery disease.

No matter what treatments you are considering, it is important that you have all the facts so you can make an informed choice. This video will provide helpful information about the benefits and risks of angioplasty. This information can help guide your discussions with your care team and help you make the best decision for your situation.

SCAI Past President Dr. Jeffrey Popma interviews stroke intervention and neuro-rescue pioneer Dr. Christopher U. Cates about new simulation technology used for training doctors to perform carotid artery stenting. For some patients, carotid artery stenting is a good alternative to an open surgery called carotid endarterectomy to open blockages in the neck arteries and prevent stroke.

This narrated animation explains and illustrates how the procedure is performed.