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Which Treatment Is Best For Tripple Blockage Of Heart?
hi doctors/cardiologist: my uncle 65 years ,type 2 diabetic,recently diagnosed with triple blockages,(angio report) mid rca 90%,other 70, and 80%,most cardiologist advised him to go for cabg,and few said to go for stenting, now he wnts independent advise /opninon about this , which one is best given his medical history, CABG or Stenting, heart functions are normal, no damage, pls advise, thanks .
Tue, 28 Mar 2017
Hello,
Since he has multiple blockages, it's better to go for bypass rather than putting so many stents. So first option should be bypass but some patients don't want bypass due to risk of surgery, in those cases stents can be put. Hope this helps you.
Since he has multiple blockages, it's better to go for bypass rather than putting so many stents. So first option should be bypass but some patients don't want bypass due to risk of surgery, in those cases stents can be put. Hope this helps you.
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