Dear CCHC,
Approximately 10 years ago I had an angiolplasty on my LAD because of a 95% blockage. At the time of the angioplasty the cardiologist noted two other less significant blockages of 30%. Each year since the angioplasty I have had a thallium or more recently a Cardiolite Stress Test to check the progression of the lesions. Each annual stress test has indicated normal and similar results. My daily medications consist of Lipitor, Tenormin, Vasotec, Hydrodiuril, Imdur, and Aspirin. I exercise daily and am on somewhat of a vegan diet. Since nuclear stress testing will only show blockages of approximately 70% or greater are annual tests of this kind sufficient to show the progression of lesions? Also, in general how long does it take for plaque to build up? I am presently 62 years of age.
Thanks - Cody