Belarusian cardiologists are mastering a new technology for treating complex arterial lesions
11:03, 4 February
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A new surgical technology for the treatment of severe calcified coronary artery lesions is planned for implementation in Belarus this year. According to Andrei Pristrom, Director of the Republican Scientific and Practical Center for Cardiology, the method is intended to help patients for whom standard stenting is ineffective due to dense calcium deposits in the vessels, reports a Soyuz.by correspondent.
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"When atherosclerotic plaques form in the vessels, calcifying over time, essentially becoming like stone, our standard procedures reach a dead end. We are technically unable to place a stent to help these patients," explained Andrey Pristrom. The new technology aims to destroy these calcium structures within the vessel, opening the way for restoring blood flow.
A training seminar and master class led by Chinese colleagues is currently underway at the Republican Scientific and Practical Center for Cardiology. The first surgeries have already been performed on selected patients. The technology is designed for patients with coronary heart disease, a leading cause of death, and its use will not only improve quality of life but also increase overall survival.
Implementation will begin in 2026 in institutions at the national and regional levels, including the capital. "The initial stage is 2026. Subsequently, I hope, it will be implemented in all of our regions," the center's director noted.
Andrei Pristrom also discussed other areas of cooperation with China, including joint research projects, publications, internships for Belarusian medical professionals, and the purchase of modern Chinese medical equipment. "We are open to cooperation," he emphasized.
