bypass surgery at 85.

Posted By Nancy on April 20, 1999 at 09:28:26
My father is 85years old, had a slight heart attack in 3/98. He has been on Toporal and Imdur,aspirin, and recently Lipitor.  He Complained of shortness of breath and pain in his left arm. Otherwise he is in excellent health for his age.  He recently underwent an angiogram where it was detected that he has 95% blockage in the artery  on the left side of his heart, extremely close to the main artery.  A single bypass has been suggested. Considering his age and general good health, I have concerns of him going through this procedure. Although we have been told if it is not corrected, he is at great risk for a massive heart attack.
                                                     thanks for your help.










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