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Coronary Angiography Done & Revealed 100% Blockage. What Is Tthe Prognosis ?

Coronary angiography done to my mother revealed 100% blockage. What is tthe prognosis ?
Sun, 20 Dec 2009
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Depends on the extent of occlusion in her other arteries and general overall health, but if there is 100% blockage in one or more vessels then she may be a candidate for a bypass. She really needs to discuss her prognosis and management with her Cardiologist who is privy to her medical history!
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Coronary Angiography Done & Revealed 100% Blockage. What Is Tthe Prognosis ?

Depends on the extent of occlusion in her other arteries and general overall health, but if there is 100% blockage in one or more vessels then she may be a candidate for a bypass. She really needs to discuss her prognosis and management with her Cardiologist who is privy to her medical history!