Allergy, Asthma and Immunology
The board-certified experts at Main Line Health can help develop treatments to control and manage your allergy and asthma symptoms.
Coronary Angiogram and Cardiac CT Angiogram
What is a coronary angiogram?
Angiography is an imaging method that allows a doctor to take a closer look at the blood vessels and arteries, usually around the heart. A coronary angiogram traditionally involves use of a catheter (thin, flexible tube) that is carefully guided through an artery in the leg (femoral) up into the heart. A contrast dye injected into the catheter spreads throughout the veins in and around the heart. The dye "highlights" the moving heart and vessels so that X-ray images can be taken to capture the different angles of the heart and help the doctor identify narrowed arteries. During a traditional angiogram, the doctor can also perform minor repairs and surgical procedures. The angiogram itself takes approximately 30 minutes but there is preparation and recovery time that may take most of the day.
What is a cardiac CT angiogram?
Also called multi-slice computed tomography (MSCT), cardiac CT, cardiac CT angiogram (CTA) is a non-invasive alternative to traditional angiography and may be recommended for certain patients who have only a moderate risk of coronary heart disease.
A cardiac CT angiogram requires no catheterization and the contrast material is injected into an arm vein. With cardiac CT a powerful X-ray machine produces images of the heart and vessels. If narrowed or blocked arteries are discovered, a HeartFlow Analysis may be needed. A cardiac CT takes only about a minute and there is no recovery time needed.
Both cardiac CT and traditional coronary angiograms require low levels of radiation delivered by an X-ray machine. Your doctor will go over any risks and recommendations for you.
Gender Care Program
We offer streamlined access to a team of medical, surgical, behavioral health and support specialists, in partnership with Main Line Health LGBTQ Inclusive Care for gender-affirming care.
Trauma and Acute Care
Main Line Health provides life-saving care and urgent support at trauma centers located throughout the Philadelphia region.
LGBTQ+ Inclusive Care
Receive inclusive LGBTQ+ medical care at Main Line Health in a compassionate and welcoming space at locations in the Philadelphia region.
Palliative Care
Palliative care at Main Line Health is a service offered to seriously ill hospitalized patients. At the request of the patient's physician, the palliative care team recommends pain and symptom management.
Pediatrics
Learn how Main Line Health pediatricians collaborate with CHOP subspecialty doctors to provide the utmost optimal care for children.
Oral Care
Main Line Health dentists and oral surgeons can help you keep a healthy smile for a lifetime by visiting one of our locations throughout the Philadelphia area.
Neurosurgery
Discover how Main Line Health neurosurgeons provide expert care, from routine to complex spinal and nervous system conditions for patients.