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Vital Role of Government
Hospitals in Bahrain’s
Healthcare System
Angiography (Vascular and Interventional)
Angiography is the x-ray study of the blood vessels. An angiogram uses a radiopaque substance, or dye, to make the blood vessels visible under x ray. Arteriography is a type of angiography that involves the study of the arteries. Angiography is used to detect abnormalities or blockages in the blood vessels (called occlusions) throughout the circulatory system and in some organs.
The procedure is commonly used to identify atherosclerosis; to diagnose ischemic heart disease; to evaluate tumors; to detect an aneurysm (an abnormal bulge of an artery that can rupture leading to hemorrhage), dissections, blood clot and arteriovenous malformations (abnormal tangle of arteries and veins).
Procedure
Angiography is usually performed at a hospital by a trained radiologist and assisting technician or nurse. It takes place in an x-ray or fluoroscopy suite, and for most types of angiograms, the patient's vital signs will be monitored throughout the procedure. Angiography requires the injection of a contrast dye that makes the blood vessels visible to x ray. The puncture is usually made in the groin area, armpit, inside elbow, or neck. The site is cleaned with an antiseptic agent and injected with a local anesthetic. A fluoroscopic screen that displays a view of the patient's vascular system is used to see the correct location. The patient is warned that when the injection starts, he/she should remain very still. The injection causes some mild to moderate discomfort. Possible side effects or reactions include headache, dizziness, irregular heartbeat, nausea, warmth, burning sensation, and chest pain, but they usually last only momentarily. To view the area of study from different angles or perspectives, different injection will be made and the patient or the camera maybe needed to move.
Precautions
- Because X rays carry risks of ionizing radiation exposure to the fetus, pregnant women are also advised to avoid this procedure.
- Patients with kidney disease or injury may suffer further kidney damage from the contrast mediums used for angiography.
- Patients who have blood clotting problems, have a known allergy to contrast mediums, or are allergic to iodine, a component of some contrast mediums, may also not be suitable candidates for an angiography procedure.
Location
Angiography Suite
X-Ray Room 6 Ext. No. : 5694
Located in the Main Radiology Department
Dir
17285694
Available Staff
Consultant Radiologists
Dr. Sawsan Khadhem (majority of vascular and interventional),
Dr. Joe Leyon (neuro-vascular)
Timing
7:00 am – 2:00 pm (on weekdays Sunday - Thursday)
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