Chronic Total Occlusion (CTO) Treatments
A Chronic Total Occlusion (CTO) is a complete 100% blockage of a coronary artery that has been present for months or years. At Turkish Heart Center, our specialized experts utilize advanced micro-catheters and specialized techniques to open these fully blocked arteries without open-heart surgery, restoring blood flow and significantly improving your quality of life.
Before (100% Occluded) — After (Fully Restored Flow)
Advanced Solutions for 100% Blocked Arteries
Opening a CTO requires exceptional skill and state-of-the-art equipment. We employ both antegrade (forward) and retrograde (backward) approaches, guided by high-definition intravascular imaging. This allows us to safely navigate through hardened plaque, successfully treating complex blockages that many centers consider ‘untreatable’ via standard stenting.
- High Success Rates: Advanced techniques specifically designed for chronic total blockages.
- Avoid Bypass Surgery: Eliminate the trauma, pain, and long recovery of open-heart surgery.
- Instant Symptom Relief: Relieve chronic chest pain and shortness of breath quickly and safely.
Advanced Micro-Tools
Specialized guidewires and micro-catheters designed to cross hard, calcified CTO blockages safely.
Dual Pathway Approach
Utilizing both forward (antegrade) and backward (retrograde) techniques for maximum opening success.
Rapid Recovery & Discharge
Minimally invasive catheter procedure allowing most patients to return home the next day.