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What Kind Of Surgery Is Recommended For Heart Blockage Of A 86 Year Old?
what kind of heart surgery is there for a 86 year old man. We found out today there is a large blockage could not put a stint in. He is 5'4 and weighs 145 lbs
He takes no med except a baby aspirin he has had prostate cancer but clear of that also a blood cancer
He takes no med except a baby aspirin he has had prostate cancer but clear of that also a blood cancer
Thu, 7 Jul 2016
Surgery for such old person not feasible option... Need to keep on medication... But person is much active angioplasty can be a good option if lesion is favorable and anti platelet is not issue.. All management issue are related with present Heath condition... But in emergency condition angioplasty can be done. For aggressive management family as well as doctor should be ready to take risk... Take care
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