This is the insertion site. You may briefly feel warmth in your face. You lie still as x-ray images are taken. You may be asked to move your head a few times. The catheter is then removed.
Pressure is applied to the incision by hand or with a special belt.
After angiography You'll be taken to a recovery area. A doctor or nurse will keep applying pressure to the site for about 10 minutes. You will need to keep your leg still and straight for a few hours. Your doctor will discuss the results with you soon after the procedure. You'll have a small bandage over the insertion site.