Combined Cardio-Cerebral Angiography: How BJUFH Uncovered Severe Hidden Arterial Stenosis Through a Single Puncture
When diagnostic scans produce conflicting results, underlying arterial disease can be perilously underestimated. This real clinical case at Beijing United Family Hospital (BJUFH) details how a 55-year-old expatriate suffering from persistent dizziness and chest tightness was diagnosed with critical 85% coronary and 90% carotid artery blockages—despite initial CT scans reporting only "mild stenosis." Discover how a collaborative team led by cardiologist Dr. Dezhao WANG and vascular surgeon Dr. Liuhuan HUANG executed an innovative combined cardio-cerebral angiography through a single wrist puncture, stabilizing the heart with immediate stenting followed by staged carotid intervention.
Saving International Travelers from Sudden Heart Crises: Inside BJUFH’s 24/7 Cardiac Emergency Care
Autumn in Beijing attracts travelers worldwide to iconic landmarks like the Great Wall and premier sporting events like the China Open tennis tournament. However, strenuous travel, weather transitions, and emotional excitement can unexpectedly trigger acute cardiovascular crises in older adults. This real-life emergency recovery story details how Beijing United Family Hospital (BJUFH) successfully treated a 69-year-old British tourist and a 66-year-old French visitor experiencing life-threatening coronary ischemia. Guided by 24/7 emergency green channels, multilingual communication, advanced diagnostic infrastructure, and minimally invasive coronary stenting led by Dr. Dezhao WANG, both patients were safely guided back to health with seamless international insurance direct billing.