While the balloon is inflated, it is normal to feel chest pain. Often, a small stainless-steel spring, or stent, is permanently placed in the narrowing to help hold it open. Please report any pain or angina symptoms to your doctor as soon as you feel them. The procedure usually takes 60 minutes . After the procedure, the balloon catheter will be withdrawn but the two sheaths may remain in the groin from 4-24 hours.
Experienced personnel are prepared to act immediately in the event of any complication.
Your doctor will decide when you will be able to eat and drink. You will remain in bed with the head of the bed slightly raised until your doctor determines that it's okay for you to get up. It is not uncommon to have swelling, bruising and a small marble-sized knot at the catheter insertion site. The leg below the catheter insertion site will be monitored for warmth. Movement of this leg will be restricted for several hours.