👉 Aortographies is a medical term that refers to the formation of blood vessels in the heart, typically seen during an echocardiogram (heart ultrasound). During this procedure, a catheter or probe is inserted into the aorta (a large artery leading from the heart) and through it, a balloon-like device called a stent is placed. As the balloon stretches, it pushes up against the walls of the aorta, causing blood vessels to form in their place. The process typically involves