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Two days ago I've checked up my heart,doctors found that I have a major block on LAD at about 70-80% blockage,I've also 4 other blockage of which 2 other blocks are also almost major.Now some doctors suggest me to take stients in vein,and some doctors suggest to bypass surgery,I am also a patient of diabetics,I'm 65 years old. I cant understand what will be better for me,bypass surgery or stents
Almost every research done is that if you have diabetes the dr would prefer bypass because with diabetes the stents dont hold up as well.
Usually when there a numerous blockages the option is surgery, but if stents can effectively treat your symptoms, and with the help of medication you may be able to avoid surgery. All options presently available only treat the symptoms, and least radical approach would be the best option (stent and/or medication). Diabetes may be a consideration for the best option!?
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