Shockwave Intravascular Lithotripsy

Shockwave Intravascular Lithotripsy (IVL) treats patients who have problematic calcium in their arteries, which can reduce blood flow to the heart.Plaque in the arteries may evolve into calcium deposits, or lesions, which can narrow the artery and make it more difficult to treat. Calcium deposits can result in complications for patients who are undergoing stent procedures to open their arteries. Shockwave IVL is a powerful treatment that can effectively clear the arteries of calcium deposits, restoring proper blood flow. It is a minimally invasive procedure that allows physicians to safely break up problematic calcium deposits through the use of sonic pressure waves. With this technology, the artery can be expanded, and blood flow is restored with the placement of a stent and without unnecessary complications.