Peripheral Arteriography

Advanced Imaging for Peripheral Artery Assessment

About Peripheral Arteriography

Peripheral arteriography is an invasive imaging procedure used to provide a detailed assessment of the arteries in the limbs. This method is essential for accurately diagnosing arterial narrowings, blockages, or aneurysms and planning the appropriate treatment strategy. At the Topmed Medical Center in Târgu Mureș, the procedure is performed safely by experienced specialists using modern equipment.

Peripheral arteriography involves injecting an iodine-based contrast agent directly into the peripheral arteries, followed by X-ray imaging to produce detailed pictures of blood flow. This investigation is indispensable for identifying stenoses, blockages, or other vascular abnormalities and for diagnosing and managing peripheral artery disease.

When is Peripheral Arteriography Recommended?

Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)

Symptoms such as leg pain when walking (claudication) or non-healing ulcers.

Aneurysms

Detecting and monitoring abnormal dilations of the arteries.

Vascular Trauma

Assessing injuries and damage to blood vessels.

Pre-surgical Planning

Preparing for cardiovascular or vascular surgical interventions.

How is the Procedure Performed?

Steps of peripheral arteriography:

1. Patient Preparation

Local anesthesia is applied at the site where the catheter will be inserted (typically at the wrist or groin).

2. Catheter Insertion

The doctor introduces a thin catheter into the artery and guides it toward the peripheral vessels.

3. Contrast Injection

Contrast material is injected through the catheter while X-ray images of the vessels are taken.

4. Image Analysis

The interventional doctor evaluates the images to identify narrowings, blockages, or abnormalities.

5. Completion of the Procedure

The catheter is removed, and a compression dressing is applied at the puncture site to prevent bleeding.

Advantages of Peripheral Arteriography

High Diagnostic Accuracy

Provides detailed images of the vessels to help identify stenoses, blockages, or abnormalities precisely.

Personalized Treatment Planning

Results guide the selection of the best treatment strategy, whether medication, stenting, balloon angioplasty, or surgery.

Minimally Invasive

While invasive, it requires only small incisions and allows quick recovery.

Disease Monitoring

Enables follow-up of disease progression and assessment of treatment effectiveness.

How to Prepare for Peripheral Arteriography?

1. Pre-procedure Medical Evaluation: The doctor will review medical history, allergies, and current medications.
2. Fasting: Avoid eating or drinking for at least 4 hours before the procedure.
3. Medications: Inform the doctor about all medications being taken, especially anticoagulants or drugs with potential kidney toxicity.

Recovery After Peripheral Arteriography

1. Monitoring

The patient is observed for a few hours to detect early complications.

2. Resuming Activities

Light physical activity is allowed after 24 hours; intense effort should be avoided for a few days.

3. Care of the Puncture Site

Follow the doctor’s instructions to keep the site clean and monitor for any issues.

Why Choose Topmed Medical Center for Peripheral Arteriography?

Experienced specialist team: Our doctors have extensive experience in diagnosing and treating vascular diseases.
Advanced technology: We use modern imaging equipment for precise diagnosis and safe procedures.
Personalized care: Every patient receives an individualized treatment plan tailored to their condition and needs.

Hospitalization and Conditions

Patients requiring hospitalization benefit from modern conditions, with rooms equipped with TV, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, private bathroom, and a nurse-call system for medical emergencies.

Care is provided by primary and specialist doctors, nurses, caregivers, and porters, ensuring constant monitoring and effective treatment.

Topmed Hospital is European accredited and has a contract with the Mureș Health Insurance House, offering continuous and day hospitalizations within available funding limits.

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Medical Team

Târgu Mureș Dorobanților

Dr. Adorjan Istvan	Cardiology Specialist
Dr. Bardas Alexandru	Senior Cardiologist, Interventional Cardiology Competence
Dr. Bernea Sorin	Senior Cardiologist
Dr. Diaconu Diana	Cardiology Specialist
Dr. Dolcos Anca Teodora	Cardiology Specialist
Dr. Matyas Kincso	Senior Cardiologist
Dr. Molnar-Sos Attila	Senior Cardiologist
Dr. Morar-Tanasuc Camelia Maria	Cardiology Specialist
Dr. Morariu Mirabela-Bianca	Senior Cardiologist
Dr. Orlandea Cristina	Senior Cardiologist
Dr. Rudzik Roxana	Cardiology Specialist
Dr. Serban Razvan	Senior Cardiologist, Interventional Cardiology Competence
Dr. Tepes Oana-Adina	Cardiology Specialist
Dr. Tolescu Cosmin	Cardiology Specialist

Târgu Mureș Dacia

Dr. Bernea Sorin	Senior Cardiologist
Dr. Diaconu Diana	Cardiology Specialist
Dr. Orlandea Cristina	Senior Cardiologist
Dr. Tepes Oana-Adina	Cardiology Specialist
Dr. Tolescu Cosmin	Cardiology Specialist

Reghin

Dr. Adorjan Istvan	Cardiology Specialist
Dr. Bernea Sorin	Senior Cardiologist
Dr. Orlandea Cristina	Senior Cardiologist
Dr. Tepes Oana-Adina	Cardiology Specialist
Dr. Tolescu Cosmin	Cardiology Specialist

Sighișoara

Dr. Diaconu Diana	Cardiology Specialist
Dr. Molnar-Sos Attila	Senior Cardiologist
Dr. Morariu Mirabela-Bianca	Senior Cardiologist