1. Back to Search
  2. Germany
  3. Heidelberg
  4. Heidelberg University Hospital
  5. DE5-21

Heidelberg University Hospital

Im Neuenheimer Feld, Heidelberg, Germany
Total review: 126
Est.

Coronary Angioplasty

Starting from Price on request

Interested?

Click to enquire about Coronary Angioplasty procedures at Heidelberg University Hospital

Contact us
Medijump

Heidelberg University Hospital

Im Neuenheimer Feld, Heidelberg, Germany
Total review: 126

Established

Highlights at Heidelberg University Hospital

Coronary Angioplasty at Heidelberg University Hospital

What procedures are available at Heidelberg University Hospital?

Heidelberg University Hospital, can be found in Im Neuenheimer Feld, Heidelberg, Germany and offers its patients Coronary Angioplasty procedures as well as 207 other procedures, across 22 different procedure categories
. At present, there is no pricing information for Coronary Angioplasty procedures at Heidelberg University Hospital. The pricing information is quite specialised, so it's only available on request.

How many medical staff are there at Heidelberg University Hospital and what accreditations do they have?

Many medical professionals work at the Hospital, with 33 in total, and Heidelberg University Hospital is not accredited by any recognised accreditations institutions.

Facility Services Available at Heidelberg University Hospital

Family accommodation
Free Wifi
International newspapers
Interpreter services
Laundry
Local tourism options
Local transportation booking
Medical records transfer
Medical travel insurance
Mobility accessible rooms
Parking available
Pharmacy
Phone in the room
Private rooms for patients available
Rehabilitation
Religious facilities
Special dietary requests accepted
Translation services
TV in the room

WHY US?

At Medijump, we're making medical easy. You can search, compare, discuss, and book your medical all in one place. We open the door to the best medical providers worldwide, saving you time and energy along the way, and it's all for FREE, no hidden fees, and no price markups guaranteed. So what are you waiting for?

Free
Best Price
Widest Selection
Risk-Free

What you need to know about Coronary Angioplasty in Heidelberg

Coronary Angioplasty is a non-surgical procedure to open up clogged coronary arteries and it is also known as percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). Coronary arteries provide blood to heart tissue. In this method, a balloon is temporarily inserted into the blocked artery and inflated to increase its diameter. Blocked coronary artery causes chest pain and shortness of breath, Angioplasty helps reduce both these problems. Also, it is performed during the treatment of a heart attack to open up the arteries rapidly. It prevents damage to your heart and Coronary arteries are end arteries. Once they are blocked, there is no anastomosis to provide an alternative and as a result, the cardiac muscles die. This poses a lot of risks to your health.

It is primarily a treatment for atherosclerosis, with this disease; fat plaques are deposited into the coronary arteries. Angioplasty is chosen when lifestyle changes and medicines do not work and if the plaque continues to deposit, several health problems are initiated.

Not everyone can go for an angioplasty. If you have plaques in multiple arteries a coronary bypass surgery is chosen. Similarly, if you are suffering from other diseases such as diabetes, surgery is recommended. 

What's the Recovery Time for Coronary Angioplasty Procedures in Heidelberg?

The recovery period following a Coronary Angioplasty can differ among individuals, though generally, most can anticipate returning to their regular activities within a week. In the recovery phase, patients may experience fatigue and slight unease in the area of catheter entry.

During this healing time, the emphasis should be on heart health. This involves adhering to a heart-friendly diet, engaging in doctor-recommended regular physical exercises, managing stress effectively, and refraining from tobacco use. It's also vital to comply with all medication instructions to avoid the formation of blood clots and manage any pre-existing conditions such as hypertension or high cholesterol levels.

What's the Success Rate of Coronary Angioplasty Procedures in Heidelberg?

Research shows that Coronary Angioplasty is a highly successful treatment for coronary heart disease. In fact, the procedure is successful over 95% of cases, according to the NHS. Success, in this case, is defined as significantly improved blood flow to the heart muscle and considerable relief from symptoms such as chest pain and shortness of breath. However, the long-term success of a Coronary Angioplasty often depends on the individual's commitment to lifestyle changes and medication adherence.

It is also important to note that not every patient with coronary heart disease is a suitable candidate for the procedure. Factors such as the location and extent of the blockage, the patient's overall health, and whether or not they have had previous heart surgery play an important role in the potential success of the Coronary Angioplasty.

Other Cardiology Procedures Available at Heidelberg University Hospital

Atrial Septal Defect (ASD) Closure

Read More

Cardiac Assessment

Read More

Cardiac CT

Read More

Cardiac MRI

Read More

Cardiology Consultation

Read More

Coronary Angiogram

Read More

Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery

Read More

Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) Treatment

Read More

Cryoablation for Atrial Fibrillation

Read More

Echocardiogram

Read More

Electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG)

Read More

Electrophysiology Study (EPS)

Read More

Heart Arrhythmia - Catheter Ablation

Read More

Heart Surgery

Read More

Heart Valve Replacement

Read More

Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) Implantation

Read More

Mitral Valve Repair

Read More

Myocardial Perfusion Imaging (MPI)

Read More

Pacemaker Implantation

Read More

Renal Denervation Therapy

Read More

Stress Electrocardiography (ECG)

Read More

Tilt Table Test

Read More

Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI)

Read More

Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) Closure

Read More
Click to View All Proedures

Popular Procedures in Heidelberg

Aortic Valve Repair

Aortic Valve Repair

Prices Start From $2,000
See prices & compare results
Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery

Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery

Prices Start From $820
See prices & compare results
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) Treatment

Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) Treatment

Prices Start From $911
See prices & compare results
Heart Valve Replacement

Heart Valve Replacement

Prices Start From $4,391
See prices & compare results
Angioplasty

Angioplasty

Prices Start From $1,078
See prices & compare results

Doctors at Heidelberg University Hospital

  • Prof. Dr. med. Anthony D. Ho

    Prof. Dr. med. Anthony D. Ho

    • Oncology
    • Rheumatology

    VIEW DETAILS

  • Prof. Dr. med. Markus A. Weigand

    Prof. Dr. med. Markus A. Weigand

    • Anesthetics

    VIEW DETAILS

  • Prof. Dr. med. Matthias Karck

    Prof. Dr. med. Matthias Karck

    • Cardiology

    VIEW DETAILS

  • Prof. Dr. med. Hugo Katus

    Prof. Dr. med. Hugo Katus

    • Cardiology

    VIEW DETAILS

  • Prof. Dr. med. Alexander Enk

    Prof. Dr. med. Alexander Enk

    • Dermatology

    VIEW DETAILS

  • Prof. Dr. med. Peter Nawroth

    Prof. Dr. med. Peter Nawroth

    • Endocrinology

    VIEW DETAILS

  • Prof. Dr. med. Wolfgang Stremmel

    Prof. Dr. med. Wolfgang Stremmel

    • Gastroenterology
    • Infectious Diseases

    VIEW DETAILS

  • Prof. Dr. med. Georg F. Hoffmann

    Prof. Dr. med. Georg F. Hoffmann

    • Gastroenterology
    • Nephrology
    • Neurology
    • Pediatrics

    VIEW DETAILS

  • Prof. Dr. med. Markus W. B

    Prof. Dr. med. Markus W. B

    • General Surgery

    VIEW DETAILS

  • Prof. Dr. med. Thomas Strowitzki

    Prof. Dr. med. Thomas Strowitzki

    • Gynecology

    VIEW DETAILS

  • Prof. Dr. med. Christof Sohn

    Prof. Dr. med. Christof Sohn

    • Gynecology

    VIEW DETAILS

  • Prof. Dr. med. Peter K. Plinkert

    Prof. Dr. med. Peter K. Plinkert

    • Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT)
    • Head and Neck Surgery

    VIEW DETAILS

  • Prof. Dr. med. Felix Herth

    Prof. Dr. med. Felix Herth

    VIEW DETAILS

  • Prof. Dr. med. J

    Prof. Dr. med. J

    • Maxillofacial Surgery

    VIEW DETAILS

  • Prof. Dr. med. Johannes P

    Prof. Dr. med. Johannes P

    • Neonatology

    VIEW DETAILS

  • Prof. Dr. med. Martin Bendszus

    Prof. Dr. med. Martin Bendszus

    • Neurology

    VIEW DETAILS

  • Prof. Dr. med. Andreas Unterberg

    Prof. Dr. med. Andreas Unterberg

    • Neurosurgery

    VIEW DETAILS

  • Prof. Dr. med. Uwe Haberkorn

    Prof. Dr. med. Uwe Haberkorn

    • Nuclear Medicine

    VIEW DETAILS

  • Prof. Dr. med. Dirk J

    Prof. Dr. med. Dirk J

    • Oncology

    VIEW DETAILS

  • Prof. Dr. med. Michael Thomas

    Prof. Dr. med. Michael Thomas

    • Oncology

    VIEW DETAILS

  • Prof. Dr. med. Wolfgang Wick

    Prof. Dr. med. Wolfgang Wick

    • Oncology

    VIEW DETAILS

  • Prof. Dr. med. Gerd U. Auffarth

    Prof. Dr. med. Gerd U. Auffarth

    • Ophthalmology

    VIEW DETAILS

  • Prof. Dr. med. Volker Ewerbeck

    Prof. Dr. med. Volker Ewerbeck

    • Orthopedics

    VIEW DETAILS

  • Prof. Dr. med. Matthias Gorenflo

    Prof. Dr. med. Matthias Gorenflo

    • Pediatrics

    VIEW DETAILS

  • Dr. med. Patrick G

    Dr. med. Patrick G

    • Pediatrics

    VIEW DETAILS

  • Prof. Dr. med. Wolfgang Herzog

    Prof. Dr. med. Wolfgang Herzog

    VIEW DETAILS

  • Prof. Dr. med. Hans-Ulrich Kauczor

    Prof. Dr. med. Hans-Ulrich Kauczor

    VIEW DETAILS

  • Prof. Dr. med. J

    Prof. Dr. med. J

    VIEW DETAILS

  • Prof. Dr. med. Norbert Weidner

    Prof. Dr. med. Norbert Weidner

    • Spinal Surgery

    VIEW DETAILS

  • Prof. Dr. med. Hendrik Dienemann

    Prof. Dr. med. Hendrik Dienemann

    • Thoracic Surgery

    VIEW DETAILS

  • Prof. Dr. med. Gerhard Schmidmaier

    Prof. Dr. med. Gerhard Schmidmaier

    • Traumatology

    VIEW DETAILS

  • Prof. Dr. med. Markus Hohenfellner

    Prof. Dr. med. Markus Hohenfellner

    • Urology

    VIEW DETAILS

  • Prof. Dr. med. Dittmar B

    Prof. Dr. med. Dittmar B

    • Vascular Medicine

    VIEW DETAILS

Hospitals and Clinics Nearby Heidelberg University Hospital Offering Coronary Angioplasty