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Does Angioprim/chelation Help Clean Clogged Arteries?
Question: does angioprim/chelation really clean clogged arteries and if not is there anything that will in lieu of surgery?
Brief Answer:
no evidence that angioprim/chelation clears
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
The current research or studies have finalized that the angioprim/chelation therapy for clogged arteries is just like a placebo and would not clear the arteries.
With the current condition of up to 70% blockage and no symptoms, the evidence says not to intervene till the time it is symptomatic. Aspirin and clopidogrel are the medications that are routinely administered with a strong family history of stroke. A good follow up protocol can be discussed with the neurologist and an intervention can be planned as necessary.
I do not recommend anything in lieu of surgery for this condition.
Hope this helps.
no evidence that angioprim/chelation clears
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
The current research or studies have finalized that the angioprim/chelation therapy for clogged arteries is just like a placebo and would not clear the arteries.
With the current condition of up to 70% blockage and no symptoms, the evidence says not to intervene till the time it is symptomatic. Aspirin and clopidogrel are the medications that are routinely administered with a strong family history of stroke. A good follow up protocol can be discussed with the neurologist and an intervention can be planned as necessary.
I do not recommend anything in lieu of surgery for this condition.
Hope this helps.
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