Which Type of Procedure Involves the Balloon Dilation of the Coronary

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which type of procedure involves the balloon dilation of the coronary arteries to open and increase blood flow?

• A) Coronary artery endarterectomy
• B) Percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty
• C) Intracoronary stent placement
• D) Modified endoventricular circularplasty

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