Atherectomy is the removal of plaque from the vessel.

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Atherectomy is a medical procedure that involves the removal of plaque from the walls of arteries or other blood vessels. The procedure is typically used to treat patients with peripheral artery disease (PAD) or buildup of plaque in the arteries of the heart. The removal of plaque is done using a catheter-based approach which may include using a laser, rotating blade, or other methods to remove the plaque from the vessel.

Atherectomy Is the Removal of Plaque from the Vessel