Full Form of FFR

What is FFR?

Fractional Flow Reserve (FFR) is a diagnostic technique used to measure the pressure difference across a coronary artery stenosis, helping cardiologists assess whether a blockage is significant enough to warrant intervention like angioplasty or stenting. It involves threading a thin wire with a pressure sensor into the artery and calculating the ratio of maximum blood flow distal to the stenosis to the normal maximum flow. In India, FFR is increasingly employed in catheterization labs of major hospitals and cardiac centers, particularly for patients with multi-vessel disease where visual assessment alone may be misleading. The procedure is performed during coronary angiography and is considered the gold standard for functional assessment of intermediate lesions. FFR is highly relevant for medical exams like NEET PG and USMLE, as it reduces unnecessary stenting and improves patient outcomes. Its use aligns with India's growing emphasis on evidence-based, cost-effective cardiac care, especially in high-volume tertiary care hospitals. Despite being invasive, FFR-guided revascularization is recommended by international guidelines and is being adopted in Indian clinical practice to avoid overtreatment and optimize resource allocation.

FFR का फुल फॉर्म

Example

The cardiologist decided to perform an FFR to assess the severity of the stenosis before angioplasty.

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