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Catheter-Directed Atherectomy  

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medical illustration of Atherectomy is a minimally invasive endovascular technique for removing plaque build-up from blood vessels in the heart and in other areas of the body. In catheter-directed atherectomy, an interventional radiologist uses a catheter to reach the site of the blockage and either cut, shave, sand or vaporize the clot with lasers.
Next medical illustration of Sialolithiasis (salivary gland stone) is the most common disease of the salivary glands. It can occur at any age and most commonly occurs in the salivary gland that are located under your jaw, called submandibular glands. Salivary gland stones occur when calcium deposits in the duct of the gland, blocking the flow of saliva, causing pain and discomfort associated with eating.

Sialendoscopy for Salivary Stone Removal

Atherectomy is a minimally invasive endovascular technique for removing plaque build-up from blood vessels in the heart and in other areas of the body. In catheter-directed atherectomy, an interventional radiologist uses a catheter to reach the site of the blockage and either cut, shave, sand or vaporize the clot with lasers.

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