What Is Renal Angioplasty?
Renal angioplasty is angioplasty of the kidney (renal) arteries to open blockages (renal artery stenosis) using a balloon and usually a stent.
Why Is Renal Angioplasty Done? — Indications
It is done to treat narrowing of the kidney arteries, which can cause hard-to-control high blood pressure and declining kidney function.
Who May Need Renal Angioplasty?
It is for patients with renal artery stenosis causing resistant high blood pressure or worsening kidney function.
Types / Variations of Renal Angioplasty
Balloon angioplasty alone
Often enough for fibromuscular dysplasia, a cause seen more in younger patients.
Balloon with stent
Usually used when the narrowing is due to cholesterol plaque (atherosclerosis).
Your cardiologist will tell you which type or technique is right for you after reviewing your reports.
Benefits of Renal Angioplasty
It can improve blood-pressure control and help protect kidney function in suitable cases.
How Renal Angioplasty Is Performed
Through a puncture in the groin or wrist, a balloon opens the narrowed kidney artery and a stent is usually placed. It is done in the cath lab.
Preparation Before Renal Angioplasty
Preparation includes a Doppler, CT or angiography and kidney-function tests, along with the usual catheter-procedure preparation.
Tests Required Before Renal Angioplasty
- Renal artery Doppler
- CT or MR angiography of the kidney arteries
- Kidney function tests (creatinine) and urine tests
- 24-hour BP monitoring, if advised
- ECG — to record the heart's rhythm on the day
- Infection screening (HIV, hepatitis B and C) as per hospital protocol
Your doctor will tell you exactly which tests you need — bring all previous reports, CDs and your medicine list.
Anaesthesia / Sedation Used in Renal Angioplasty
Local anaesthesia at the groin or wrist. You stay awake.
How Long Does Renal Angioplasty Take?
Usually about 1 hour.
Hospital Stay / Admission for Renal Angioplasty
Usually 1–2 days.
Risks & Possible Complications of Renal Angioplasty
Risks such as bleeding, dye or kidney effects, and re-narrowing are uncommon in carefully selected patients.
Recovery After Renal Angioplasty
The hospital stay is short; blood pressure and kidney function are monitored afterwards.
Aftercare & Precautions After Renal Angioplasty
- Take every medicine exactly as prescribed — never stop blood thinners on your own.
- Keep the puncture site clean and dry for 2–3 days; a little bruising is normal.
- Drink plenty of water for 24 hours to flush out the dye (unless told to limit fluids).
- Check your BP regularly at home and get kidney function tests as advised.
- Control BP, sugar and cholesterol, stop tobacco completely and eat home-cooked, low-oil food.
- Keep every follow-up visit and bring your discharge summary and reports.
Success / Expected Outcomes of Renal Angioplasty
In carefully selected patients, BP control can improve and kidney function can be protected. Many patients still need BP medicines, though often fewer or at lower doses.
When to Seek Medical Help After Renal Angioplasty
Contact us immediately — or go to the nearest emergency — if you notice any of these after going home:
- Passing much less urine than usual
- Bleeding, swelling or increasing pain at the puncture site — press firmly on it and call us
- A cold, pale, numb or painful hand or leg on the puncture side
- Very high BP readings, severe headache or blurred vision
- Fever, or redness, warmth or discharge at the wound
Renal Angioplasty — Questions Patients Ask
Reduced blood flow to the kidney triggers hormones that raise blood pressure.
They may be reduced, but many patients still need some medicines. Your doctor will advise.
Care is taken to protect the kidneys; the benefits and risks are weighed for each patient.
At Prathmesh Cardiac Institute, NH-30, Amlidih Road, Deopuri, Raipur. Renal Angioplasty is planned and performed by our DM Cardiology specialists in our own Cath Lab, with a 24x7 CCU for recovery. Call +91 77778 65621 to book a consultation.
Government health schemes and most insurance policies cover cardiac procedures. The exact cover depends on your scheme or policy, so our team checks it with you before the procedure and explains the costs clearly.
Why Choose Prathmesh Cardiac Institute for Renal Angioplasty?
Experienced hands, the right equipment and honest advice — the three things that matter most for a safe procedure.
Experienced DM cardiologists
Dr. Gaurav Tripathi and Dr. Sulabh Chandrakar — experienced interventional cardiologists who perform Renal Angioplasty regularly.
Advanced, modern Cath Lab
3D angiography with IVUS and FFR guidance — the latest equipment for safe, precise procedures.
24x7 emergency & critical care
A fully equipped CCU and an on-call cath lab team, because heart emergencies do not wait for OPD hours.
Transparent pricing & insurance help
Costs are explained clearly before the procedure, and our team helps you check what your insurance or government health scheme covers.
Complete heart care under one roof
ECG, echo, TMT, angiography, procedures and follow-up in one place — from diagnosis to treatment.
Metro-level care, close to home
The same technology and technique used in metro cardiac centres — without travelling far with a sick patient.
Specialists & Facilities Available
Your procedure is planned and performed by our senior DM Cardiology consultants. You can read their full profiles before your visit.
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Dr. Gaurav Tripathi
Handles complex blockages in heart and peripheral arteries, using imaging to plan precise angioplasty.
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Dr. Sulabh Chandrakar
Manages vascular risk — BP, diabetes, cholesterol — and plans angioplasty with long-term follow-up.
Facilities at Prathmesh Cardiac Institute
Book a Consultation / Procedure Appointment for Renal Angioplasty
Call or WhatsApp us, or request a call back — our team will confirm a time and tell you what to bring. Bring your previous ECG, echo, angiography reports and current medicine list.