• Bleeding
• Infection
• Injury to the blood vessel
• Reaction to the contrast media
• Acute vessel blockage
• Reaction to the intravenous anesthesia/sedative

After leaving the hospital, it is recommended that the patient stay close by for at least one day for convenience in traveling back tothe hospital if any complications arise from the procedure.

The success rate of angiogram depends on many factors. Please discuss the likelihood of success with your doctor before the procedure.

What if this procedure is not performed?

If used for diagnosis, choosing not to undergo the procedure may mean the doctor is unable to plan the appropriate treatment for your condition, which may worsen and lead to serious complications.

Alternatives

Computed tomography (CT) angiography (angiogram) or magnetic resonance angiography (MRA).