Symptom Relief through Stent Implantation

We perform stent implantations at Advent Health Orlando. Dr. Sharma, a cardiologist in Orlando, is expertly proficient in stent implant methods and considers this procedure a superb option for those who suffer symptoms caused by restrictions or blockages to arterial blood flow.

The Benefits of Stent Implantation

When a patient decides on Heartwell Cardiology to do their stent implantation, they decide on enduring improvement to their quality of life. This procedure benefits patients who suffer from arterial diseases by helping to alleviate limiting symptoms caused by arterial blood flow problems.

What is Stent Implantation?

First off, let us define what a stent is. A stent is a tube composed of wire mesh that’s made from metal alloy coated with a drug. 

Once placed, the stent becomes a permanent part of the artery. Stent implantation is a very common procedure that’s been around for many years and has helped improve the quality of life for many people.

Who Needs a Stent Implantation?

For those who suffer from conditions such as the following, stent implantation is worth considering:

  • Coronary artery disease
  • Peripheral artery disease
  • History of heart attack

What to Expect from a Stent Implantation

Before:

  • The goals during the consultation process for a stent implantation are as follows:
    The patient will meet with Dr. Sharma to establish overall health goals and an understanding of the disease process.
  • Dr. Sharma and the patient will work together to develop a detailed pre and post interventional plan for treating the patient’s disease.
  • There will also be a review of Dr. Sharma’s interpretation of all diagnostic studies leading up to the procedure. Ancillary studies that typically complement a stent implantation are nuclear stress tests and echocardiograms.
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During:

  • Moderate sedatives are administered intravenously to encourage relaxation.
  • Dr. Sharma inserts a balloon catheter and inflates it to open the site where the artery is restricted or blocked. Then a stent is guided to the site. Sometimes, more than one stent is required.

After:

Post procedure care and recovery can vary greatly case by case. Prior to undergoing stent implantation, Dr. Sharma will inform the patient on what he expects the timeline for discharge and recovery to be.

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Stent Implantation FAQs

Will I feel any pain during the stent implantation?

What is the price range for a coronary intervention?

Are there any safety or cosmetic concerns patients should have when considering a peripheral vascular intervention? If so, how are they addressed?

Will I feel any pain during the stent implantation?

Patients might feel discomfort when the balloon is inflated. This goes away when the balloon is deflated.

What is the price range for a coronary intervention?

Cost of any procedure at Heartwell Cardiology is insurance based.

Are there any safety or cosmetic concerns patients should have when considering a peripheral vascular intervention? If so, how are they addressed?

There are no real cosmetic concerns. There are always complication concerns with cardiac procedures, and these are addressed by having a thorough discussion with the patient and answering all their questions.

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A Higher Class of Cardiovascular Care

Dr. Sharma’s expertise and extensive training in stent implantation are just two reasons why people choose Heartwell Cardiology in Orlando to do this procedure. Here, we seek to build a relationship with our patients whom we care for as we would our loved ones. Between our best-in-class customer service, timely appointment scheduling, advanced diagnosis and treatment methods, and our innovative ways of helping patients thrive, there’s no disputing that ours is a practice that puts the person before the patient. Heartwell Cardiology serves the Orlando community from our location in Winter Park, FL where Dr. Sharma is actively pioneering the right ways to deliver patient care. With his wealth of experience and insight into the field of cardiology, he knows what it takes for each unique patient to achieve cardiovascular wellness. Don’t hesitate to take hold of your heart problems. Call us today or go online to schedule an appointment for your stent implantation.

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