A local hospital has reached a significant milestone in cardiovascular care as Cardiologist Kanna Posina, M.D., and members of the hospital’s heart catheterization lab became the first team in the region to treat patients with in-stent restenosis using a drug-coated balloon.

In-stent restenosis occurs when a previously stented section of a coronary artery becomes narrowed or blocked again, often requiring additional intervention. The drug-coated balloon delivers medication directly to the affected area, helping prevent the existing stent from re-occluding.

This advanced technique offers patients a less invasive and more effective option for treating recurrent coronary artery narrowing, further strengthening their commitment to bringing cutting-edge cardiovascular care to Central Louisiana.