Balloon pre-dilation
A small balloon prepares the vessel and confirms the lesion can be safely treated.
Specialist service
Angioplasty & Stenting
Open the artery. Restore the flow.
Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) is how we treat the blockages we find on angiography. A tiny balloon opens the narrowing, and a drug-eluting stent props it open for the long term. Most patients leave the hospital within 24 hours and return to normal activity within a week.
Board-certified team Same-day results 700+ pci cases / year
700+
PCI cases / year
< 90 min
STEMI door-to-balloon
> 99%
Procedural success rate
1 night
Typical hospital stay
At a glance
What your visit looks like
No surprises — here's exactly what to expect, in time, anaesthesia and follow-up.
Admission
Morning of procedure
Procedure duration
60–120 minutes
Anaesthesia
Local + light sedation
Hospital stay
1 night observation
Time off work
5–10 days desk job
Cardiac rehab starts
Week 2–4
Who this is for
You'll benefit if…
- Acute heart attack (STEMI / NSTEMI)
- Unstable angina not controlled by medication
- Significant, flow-limiting coronary blockages on angiography
- In-stent restenosis or graft failure after prior bypass surgery
Conditions we treat
Common reasons patients are referred
- Stable and unstable angina
- Acute coronary syndromes (STEMI / NSTEMI)
- In-stent restenosis
- Chronic total occlusions
- Complex bifurcation and left-main disease
- Structural conditions (PFO, ASD selected cases)
What we offer
Procedures and assessments
A focused, high-volume set of procedures — performed often and performed well, by the same senior team every time.
Drug-eluting stent placement
A latest-generation stent permanently scaffolds the artery and releases medication to prevent re-narrowing.
Intravascular imaging (IVUS / OCT)
Inside-the-artery ultrasound or light imaging — used routinely for precise sizing and optimal results.
Complex PCI
Bifurcation, calcified, chronic-total-occlusion and left-main lesions, performed by senior operators only.
Rotational / orbital atherectomy
For heavily calcified vessels that won't yield to a balloon alone.
Technology
The tools we use, by name
The equipment behind this specific service — chosen because precise tools support precise decisions.
- Latest-generation DES (Synergy, Xience, Resolute Onyx)
Ultra-thin-strut platforms with proven 5- and 10-year outcome data.
- Routine IVUS / OCT optimisation
Imaging-guided PCI is associated with lower stent failure and is our default for left-main and complex cases.
- Boston Scientific Rotablator
Rotational atherectomy for calcified lesions that resist balloon dilation.
- Impella & IABP haemodynamic support
On-call mechanical support for high-risk PCI and cardiogenic shock.
Your journey
From first call to follow-through
1
Pre-procedure
Dual antiplatelet therapy is started, and bloodwork and ECG are confirmed.
2
Procedure
60–120 minutes typically, under light sedation, via the wrist artery.
3
Aftercare
Overnight observation, then a 12-month medication and cardiac-rehab plan tailored to you.
How to prepare
- Start dual antiplatelet therapy (aspirin + ticagrelor / clopidogrel) as prescribed.
- Fast from midnight; small sips of water with morning pills are fine.
- Bring all medications and your previous angiogram disc / report.
- Plan one night in hospital and a driver for discharge.
- Tell us immediately if you've had bleeding ulcers or recent surgery.
Recovery & aftercare
- Stent card
Wallet card with stent type, length, location and antiplatelet end-date — show it to any future doctor or dentist.
- 12-month antiplatelet plan
Clear written taper with calendar reminders; never stop without consulting us.
- Aggressive risk-factor control
LDL target < 1.4 mmol/L, BP < 130/80, structured cardiac rehab from week 2–4.
- 30-day, 6-month, 12-month review
Built-in follow-ups — and a stress test at 12 months if symptoms return.
"I had a heart attack on Sunday night and was back at my office on Friday. That fact alone still surprises me."
D. Bùi
Patient, 62
FAQs
Questions patients ask us
If yours isn't here, ask our team — we love a good question.
How long do drug-eluting stents last?+
Modern DES are designed for life. Long-term success depends on medications, lipid control and lifestyle.
Will I need to take blood thinners forever?+
Dual antiplatelets for 6–12 months, then usually aspirin alone. We tailor this to your bleeding risk.
When can I exercise again?+
Light walking the next day; structured cardiac rehab usually starts within 2–4 weeks.
Why CAVA
Care that is precise — and personal
The same standards apply to every service we offer.
- Board-certified specialists
Every study is read and every procedure performed by a fellowship-trained cardiologist or vascular surgeon — never an outsourced reader.
- Same-day diagnostics
ECG, echo and duplex ultrasound on-site, with results explained in plain language before you leave the clinic.
- Minimally invasive first
We default to wrist access, local anaesthesia and outpatient pathways — so most patients are home the same day.
- Continuity of care
One named cardiologist follows you from first visit through recovery. No revolving door, no repeated histories.
Safety
- Joint Commission International (JCI) aligned protocols
- ESC, AHA and ACC guideline-based care pathways
- Time-out checklists before every procedure
- Closed-loop medication reconciliation at every visit
Accreditations
- European Society of Cardiology — affiliated practice
- American College of Cardiology — institutional member
- Society for Cardiovascular Angiography & Interventions
- Vietnam National Heart Association — accredited training site
Fees & insurance
- Direct billing arrangements with most major local and international insurers.
- Transparent published fee schedule — written estimate before any procedure.
- Interest-free payment plans available for elective procedures.
- Dedicated insurance liaison who handles pre-authorisation on your behalf.
Visit the clinic
Open Mon–Fri 8:00–18:00, Sat 8:00–12:00. Same-day urgent slots reserved every morning.
Talk to a nurse
Speak to a clinical team member before you book. No call centres — real clinicians.
Book online
Choose a time that fits your week. Confirmation and pre-visit guidance arrive immediately.
Ready when you are
Book a visit, send us a question, or simply walk in. We'll take it from there — calmly, clearly, and at your pace.
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