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Posted on Wed, 15 Jan 2020
Question: Hello there, I am mostly looking for re assurance about a stent I had put in recently. Over a week ago I had a heart attack at 35. After performing a XXXXXXX test they discovered that one of my arteries was 80% blocked. They put a stent in to free up the blockage but something has me quite concerned. The stent that was put in blocked off 2 of my side branch arteries. I of course asked the Drs about this and they gave me some assurance but being so young and just starting to recover from the shock of a heart attack I am extremely anxious about all of this. Am I likely to have another heart attack or future heart problems having one of my diagonals 90% blocked off now? Along with another smaller vessel on the other side of my lad? can my heart function properly long term without any flow to these vessels? I included the paperwork I received of before and after the stent. I know nothing can ever be predicted with these things but should I be worried? Thanks so much
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Answered by Dr. Ilir Sharka (33 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
My opinion as follows:

Detailed Answer:
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Welcome to Ask a Doctor service!

I passed carefully through your question and reviewed your uploaded tests and would explain that the chances of another heart attack are low, considering the stent put in your artery.

I would just recommend you to continue taking anti platelet agents and closely monitor your blood pressure values .

If you have high cholesterol, a statin is needed too.

I hope you will find this answer helpful!

I remain at your disposal for any further questions whenever you need!

Kind regards,

Dr.Ilir Sharka Cardiologist
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Hello There, I Am Mostly Looking For Re Assurance About

Brief Answer: My opinion as follows: Detailed Answer: Hello! Welcome to Ask a Doctor service! I passed carefully through your question and reviewed your uploaded tests and would explain that the chances of another heart attack are low, considering the stent put in your artery. I would just recommend you to continue taking anti platelet agents and closely monitor your blood pressure values . If you have high cholesterol, a statin is needed too. I hope you will find this answer helpful! I remain at your disposal for any further questions whenever you need! Kind regards, Dr.Ilir Sharka Cardiologist