CIS is First in the Capital Region to Use the AGENT™ Drug-Coated Balloon to Treat Coronary In-Stent Restenosis

ZACHARY, LA – Dr. Abdullah Munir, interventional cardiologist at Cardiovascular Institute of the South (CIS), is the first in the Capital Region and second in Louisiana to use the AGENT™ Drug-Coated Balloon, the first FDA-approved drug-coated coronary balloon in the U.S. for the treatment of coronary in-stent restenosis. The procedure took place at Lane Regional Medical Center. 

In-stent restenosis (ISR) occurs when a previously stented artery becomes re-narrowed or blocked by scar tissue or plaque. Manufactured by Boston Scientific, the AGENT™ Drug-Coated Balloon (DCB) transfers a therapeutic dose of paclitaxel to the coronary artery wall to help prevent ISR reoccurrence.

“This new technology enables us to help treat future blockages of a previously stented coronary artery, without leaving behind another layer of permanent metal implants,” said Dr. Munir.

To learn more or to schedule an appointment with a cardiologist at CIS, visit cardio.com.

About Cardiovascular Institute of the South

Founded by Dr. Craig Walker in 1983, Cardiovascular Institute of the South (CIS) is a world-leader in preventing, detecting and treating cardiovascular and peripheral vascular disease. CIS offers a comprehensive heart and vascular program with expert physicians trained in many specialties, including internal medicine, nuclear cardiology, electrophysiology, lipid management, coronary artery disease, peripheral vascular disease, structural heart and valve disease, venous disease and interventional procedures. CIS has earned international acclaim as a pioneer of research, development and education, as well as an innovator in the treatment of peripheral vascular disease. With a dedicated team of more than 1,075 team members, CIS provides comprehensive cardiovascular care at 21 locations across Louisiana and Mississippi, with 11 telemedicine programs. CIS has also been recognized by Modern Healthcare as a Best Place to Work in Healthcare for five years in a row. CIS remains at the forefront of technology, providing the highest-quality, compassionate care. This mission has guided the institute for more than 40 years of excellence.  For more information about CIS, call 1-800-425-2565 or visit www.cardio.com.