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Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) balloons play a fundamental role in the treatment of coronary artery disease. They are designed to dilate or open up blocked or narrowed arteries to restore blood flow to the heart.
Once a guide wire has navigated through the narrow or blocked segment of the coronary artery, the balloon, which is mounted on a catheter, is directed over the guide wire to the site of the blockage. When in position, the balloon is inflated, exerting pressure against the arterial wall and compressing the plaque causing the obstruction.
Specialised balloons including high-pressure, scoring and small diameter options further expand the range of PCI balloon treatment options.