The Gambat Institute of Medical Sciences (GIMS) has introduced Drug-l Coated Balloon (DCB) Angioplasty at its Cardiology Ward, bringing a tent free solution for patients with complex small vessel coronary disease.
The advanced treatment is designed specifically for small caliber coronary vessels where traditional stenting poses challenges. Unlike conventional angioplasty, the DCB technique uses a balloon that both opens the narrowed vessel and delivers anti proliferative medication directly to the vessel wall with no permanent stent implanted.
Dr Raheem Bux Bhatti, Founder and Director of GIMS, announced the launch, noting that the technology expands treatment options for patients who were previously poor candidates for stenting. “Our goal is to bring world class cardiac interventions to Gambat so patients in Sindh and all other provinces have access to the latest, safest treatments close to home, Dr Bhatti said.
Dr Ghulam Jaffar Shah, Consultant Cardiologist at GIMS, explained the clinical advantage for complex small vessel disease, leaving no metal behind reduces long-term complications.