World Heart Day 2025: Translumina’s Commitment to Reducing the Global Impact of Heart Disease
Every year on 29th September, millions of people observe World Heart Day, a global initiative to raise awareness about cardiovascular disease (CVD), the world’s leading cause of death. More than just a health observance, it serves as a powerful call to action, urging individuals, families, and healthcare systems to prioritize heart health through informed choices […]
What Are Drug-Eluting Stents and How Do They Work?
Heart disease remains one of the leading health challenges worldwide. One common problem is the narrowing of coronary arteries, which reduces the blood supply to the heart and can lead to chest pain, shortness of breath, or even a heart attack. To treat this, doctors often use a small device called a stent to keep […]
How Safe Are Drug-Eluting Stents? Key Insights Every Cardiologist Should Know
When patients hear they need a stent for heart blockage, one question usually follows: are drug-eluting stents safe? For doctors, this is not just a patient query but a practical concern during every procedure. Drug-eluting stents (DES) are now a common tool used in treating narrowed coronary arteries. Their safety has been debated for years, […]
Understanding Paclitaxel Drug-Coated Balloons: Applications and Clinical Outcomes
Drug‑coated balloons (DCBs) are transforming vascular interventions with a “leave‑nothing‑behind” approach, delivering medication directly to the vessel wall without leaving permanent implants. Among these, the paclitaxel drug‑coated balloon stands out for their potent anti‑restenotic effects. This blog dives into their mechanism of action, key applications, benefits, limitations, and their emerging role in today’s cath lab […]
How to Choose the Best Stent? Everything You Need to Know
Coronary stenting remains one of the most common interventions in cardiology practice. While the procedure itself has become routine, choosing the right stent is anything but simple. The decision impacts not only immediate angiographic success but also long-term outcomes, including restenosis rates, antiplatelet therapy tolerance, and overall quality of life. As stents continue to evolve, […]
Drug-Eluting Balloons Explained: Benefits in Complex Lesions
When it comes to treating blocked arteries, stents have long been the go-to solution. But in recent years, drug-eluting balloons (DEBs) have emerged as a promising alternative, especially for patients with complex lesions. While the idea of using a balloon instead of a stent might sound surprising at first, DEBs are backed by growing clinical […]
