What is Percutaneous Peripheral Intervention (2)

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What is Percutaneous Peripheral Intervention?
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Percutaneous Peripheral Intervention
Percutaneous peripheral intervention is a
minimally invasive medical procedure used to open
narrowed or blocked coronary and peripheral
arteries that are restricting blood flow.PPI
methods may be deemed necessary to address plaque
buildup in any non-cardiac artery and are
excellent treatment options for those who
struggle with peripheral artery disease (PAD).
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When is percutaneous peripheral intervention
performed? Find out with our guide!
PPI procedures are typically performed when there
is a blockage in a peripheral artery or when
blood flow has been restricted due to a narrowed
artery. PPI may be recommended when plaque
buildup has become significant enough to cause
pain and to impact ones quality of life. This
type of procedure is commonly utilized for
peripheral artery disease patients, especially
when accompanied by symptoms of leg pain.
Vascular specialists may provide the
recommendation to avoid more invasive treatments. 
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How is a Percutaneous Peripheral Procedure
Performed?
PPI procedures are performed by inserting a
catheter, a flexible thin tube responsible for
transporting fluid, into the blocked artery. A
small incision is made into the skin and the
catheter is threaded into the area that is
blocked. The details and process of the procedure
will vary based on which peripheral intervention
procedure is being performed. There are three
dominant types of PPI procedures, which are
performed at USA Vascular Centers atherectomy,
angioplasty, and stent placement. Atherectomy is
a procedure where a blade is attached to the tip
of the catheter to scrape away the plaque. This
opens up the artery to allow normal blood flow by
removing the majority of plaque causing the
blockage.  Angioplasty is a procedure to open
the artery by using a balloon attached to the
catheter which goes to the site of the blockage.
The balloon is then inflated to open the artery
by pressing the plaque buildup against the
walls. Stent placement opens narrowed or blocked
blood vessels by placing a stent inside the
artery to keep it open. In this procedure, a
catheter is inserted into the affected artery to
widen the opening and a mesh stent is secured
into place to ensure it is permanent.
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Percutaneous Peripheral Intervention for PAD
USA Vascular Centers offers percutaneous
peripheral intervention treatment for patients
who suffer from PAD. Our vascular specialists
perform minimally invasive procedures, like 
angioplasty or stent placement, to open up the
arteries, normalize blood flow, and source the
much-needed relief they deserve. PPI is an
outpatient procedure that allows patients to
return home the same day. Percutaneous peripheral
intervention can reduce PAD-associated symptoms,
which include Leg pain during physical
activity Weakness or numbness in legs Heaviness
in legs
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Schedule Treatment with USA Vascular Centers
It may be possible to reduce symptoms of PAD and
prevent progression of the disease with a
percutaneous peripheral intervention procedure.
The vascular specialists at USA Vascular Centers
will work with you to develop a treatment plan
that can alleviate your symptoms. Schedule a
consultation online or call 888.773.2193 for an
appointment. Get the help you need to regain your
mobility and improve your quality of life. 
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