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Is  Angioplasty Catheterization Thread Plastic Tube Arm Leg

Front what is angioplasty/catheterization?
Back thread a plastic tube into arm or leg artery. inflate balloon at end of tube, forcing clogged vessel open. leave metal stent behind to keep in place.

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