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   ocr: Latneterization Techniques (Balloon Valyuloplasty) Catheterization techniques can be used to widen heart valves that are stenotic narrowed) and limit blood flow. ercutaneous balloon valvuloplasty ( percutaneous means through the skin" [with a catheter], valvuld means related to the valve," plesty means Ire]" shaping")is a procedure in which one or two balloons mounted on catheters are guided into the heart through blood vessels, positioned through the stenotic valve, and then inflated. Kel This procedure enlarges the opening through the valve and improves the blood flow. As with any heart cath ...