CHIP (Complex High-Risk Indicated PCI)
● Who is it for : Patients with severe or complex coronary artery disease who are high-risk for
surgery.
● What it involves: Advanced PCI techniques like rotational atherectomy, bifurcation stenting,
and specialized approaches for difficult blockages.
● Benefits: Relieves symptoms, improves quality of life, and reduces hospital visits.
CTO (Chronic Total Occlusion PCI)
● What it is: Treatment for completely or nearly blocked arteries present for 3+ months.
● How it works: Minimally invasive PCI restores blood flow using specialized catheters and balloons.
● Benefits: Offers a non-surgical option to improve heart function and relieve chest pain.