Iliac Angioplasty and Stenting in Ohio

Iliac Angioplasty and Stenting — Opening Blocked Pelvic Arteries to Restore Leg Circulation

The iliac arteries are the major blood vessels that carry oxygen-rich blood from your aorta down into your legs. When these critical arteries become narrowed or blocked by plaque buildup — a hallmark of peripheral artery disease (PAD) — it can cause severe leg pain when walking, hip and buttock cramping, numbness, and in advanced cases, non-healing wounds or tissue loss. Iliac angioplasty and stenting is a minimally invasive cath lab procedure that reopens these blocked arteries without traditional open surgery. At Ohio Vein & Vascular, our board-certified vascular specialists perform iliac angioplasty and stenting across all nine Ohio locations, using advanced imaging and the latest balloon and stent technology to restore the blood flow your legs depend on.

During the procedure, a thin catheter is guided through a small puncture — typically in the groin — to the site of the blockage in the iliac artery. A balloon at the tip of the catheter is inflated to compress the plaque against the artery wall, widening the channel. In most cases, a small metal mesh stent is then placed at the treatment site to hold the artery open permanently and prevent it from narrowing again. The entire procedure is performed under local anesthesia with sedation, and most patients go home the same day with significantly improved blood flow. Our team uses duplex ultrasound and advanced angiography to precisely map your blockage before treatment, ensuring we deliver the right approach for your specific anatomy. Select your nearest location below to learn more and schedule your consultation.