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The Queen’s Medical Center
1301 Punchbowl Street
Honolulu, Hawaii 96813
Angiography is a series of X-ray images taken after injection of contrast material (dye) into arteries which makes the blood vessels visible. The skilled radiologists at Queen’s Imaging can look for unusual narrowing of the artery, and blockage or weakness in the arterial wall. This information is important in finding or treating the patient’s condition properly.
Our specialty-trained team offers a range of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including:
The length of your test will vary depending on what the doctor has ordered. Please expect the procedure to take 1 to 2 hours, and allow an additional 4 to 6 hours for recovery. We encourage patients to use the restroom before the test begins.
During the procedure, you will be asked to lay on a cushioned table in a room with specialized X-ray equipment.
An IV (intravenous) line will be started so that medications can be given during the test, and a skilled radiologist will use a catheter (thin, hollow tube) to inject contrast material into a blood vessel. When the contrast is injected, you may feel a rush of heat throughout the body for about 30 seconds. This is normal. Some patients may also experience temporary nausea.
Once the radiologist has guided the catheter into position, images will be taken so the radiologist can determine if there are any blockages of the arteries. It is important to lay still to ensure clear images are taken.
After the test is complete, you will be moved to a recovery area where you will be asked to lie flat and keep your leg straight for 4-6 hours after the test.
Queen’s will provide your test results to your doctor. Please make a follow-up appointment with your physician to discuss your results.
If you have further questions about your procedure, please call the Angiography department at 808-691-4711.
There are some conditions that may limit the use of angiography. Please let our interventional radiologist know if the following conditions apply to you:
Read our brochure to learn more about exposure to ionizing radiation from imaging tests compared to naturally occurring background radiation.
Queen’s Department of Angiography (at Punchbowl) performs prostate artery embolization with the physicians from Radiology Associates Inc. This minimally invasive procedure can be an alternative to surgery for men suffering symptoms such as frequent urination from an enlarged prostate. To learn more, click here.
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1301 Punchbowl Street
Honolulu, Hawaii 96813
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