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Risks and Complications of Angiography
Angiography is safe. But any procedure has risks and possible complications. Before you have any procedure, you should understand the possible risks. Below are the common risks for angiography. The risks will vary depending on the area that your angiography is studying. Your healthcare provider can discuss the risks and complications of your procedure with you in detail.
The risks and possible complications for your procedure include the boxes checked below:
- Bleeding or bruising at the insertion site
- Tearing or cracking of the artery lining
- Blood clots
- Infection
- Stroke
- Heart attack, stroke, or death (very rare)
- Allergic reaction or kidney problems from the contrast medium (dye)
- The need for emergency cardiac surgery (very rare)
- Abnormal heartbeat (arrhythmia)
Be Sure to Tell Your Doctor:
- About any medications you take. Include herbs, supplements, or over-the-counter medications.
- If you are allergic to iodine, shellfish, or any medications. The x-ray dye used during the procedure contains iodine. If needed, you will be given medication to help prevent an allergic reaction.
- If you are pregnant or think you could be pregnant. The procedure may need to be postponed until after the baby is born.