Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD).

The process

A thin flexible catheter is inserted into the affected artery. Depending on the condition, the artery may be widened with a balloon, a blood clot may be removed, or a stent may be placed.

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Peripheral Vascular Catheterization (Leg Artery Catheterization).

Inform your doctor about all medications you are taking, as some may need to be stopped before the procedure.

Inform your doctor about any allergies you have.

Stop smoking if your doctor recommends it.

Inform your doctor if you have had any recent infection.

Do not eat or drink for at least 8 hours before the procedure.

Inform your doctor if there is a possibility that you are pregnant.

Inform your doctor if you have a history of bleeding disorders.