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Mesenteric Artery Angioplasty and Stenting

Definition

Mesenteric artery angioplasty and stenting is a minimally invasive medical procedure used to treat narrowing or blockage of the mesenteric arteries, which supply blood to the intestines. This procedure involves inserting a catheter with a balloon and a stent into the affected artery, inflating the balloon to widen the narrowed area, and placing the stent to keep the artery open, thereby restoring blood flow.