Angiography shows only the outline of an artery. Imaging from inside the artery (IVUS, OCT) and pressure measurement (FFR) help decide which blockage truly needs treatment, and make sure the result is the best it can be. In selected cases, a drug-coated balloon treats the artery without leaving a new stent behind.
A tiny ultrasound probe inside the artery shows the artery wall, the plaque and the exact size of the vessel.
Helps choose the right stent size and length and confirm that it is fully opened — especially useful in long, left main or complex blockages.
A light-based camera takes very high-resolution pictures of the artery from the inside.
Shows fine details such as calcium, stent expansion and stent edges, helping to perfect the result.
A thin pressure wire measures how much a blockage actually reduces blood flow to the heart.
Avoids unnecessary stents — only blockages that truly limit blood flow are treated.
A balloon coated with medicine is inflated in the narrowed area and releases the drug into the artery wall. No new metal stent is left behind.
Useful for stents that have narrowed again (in-stent restenosis), small arteries and other selected cases.
Your doctor may suggest this if you have:
The arteries are first seen on X-ray.
FFR checks blood flow; IVUS or OCT shows the artery from inside.
A stent or drug-coated balloon is used, sized precisely.
Imaging confirms a good result before the procedure is finished.
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Procedures are performed at Max Super Speciality Hospital, Vaishali. Consultations are available at the hospital and at Dr. Minocha's clinic on Vikas Marg, near Karkarduma Metro — easy to reach from across East Delhi, Ghaziabad and Noida.
W-3, near Radisson Blu, Sector 1, Vaishali, Ghaziabad 201012
23 Hargovind Enclave, Vikas Marg, opp. Metro Pillar 123, New Delhi
Dr. Minocha uses IVUS, OCT and FFR at Max Super Speciality Hospital, Vaishali. You can consult him at the hospital OPD or at his Vikas Marg clinic near Karkarduma Metro.
IVUS, OCT and FFR are done through the same catheter during the procedure and add very little risk. They may add some time and cost, which will be discussed with you.
In selected situations, yes — for example when an old stent has narrowed again, or in small arteries. It is not suitable for every blockage; the choice depends on your artery.
Yes. If a blockage does not reduce blood flow significantly, it can often be treated safely with medicines alone.
Clinic appointments must be booked at least 2 days in advance.