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Question: Hello there, I am mostly looking for re assurance about a stent I had put in recently. Over a week ago I had a heart attack at 35. After performing a XXXXXXX test they discovered that one of my arteries was 80% blocked. They put a stent in to free up the blockage but something has me quite concerned. The stent that was put in blocked off 2 of my side branch arteries. I of course asked the Drs about this and they gave me some assurance but being so young and just starting to recover from the shock of a heart attack I am extremely anxious about all of this. Am I likely to have another heart attack or future heart problems having one of my diagonals 90% blocked off now? Along with another smaller vessel on the other side of my lad? can my heart function properly long term without any flow to these vessels? I included the paperwork I received of before and after the stent. I know nothing can ever be predicted with these things but should I be worried? Thanks so much
Brief Answer:
My opinion as follows:
Detailed Answer:
Hello again!
I understand your concern and would explain that the other artery is blocked 40%, based on your report. There is no need for stenting now as there is no risk for blockage. Medical therapy ( antiplatelet agents and a statin, coupled with antihypertensive therapy in case of arterial hypertension) are quite enough to protect you from another heart attack.
The main stented artery ( LAD) is OK now.
So there is no reason to panic!
I would just recommend you to follow up with your cardiologist and performing an echo stress test or stress cardiac MRI, in order to examine for possible cardiac ischaemia every 6-12 months.
A healthy lifestyle ( regular physical exercise, stop alcohol or smoking and Mediterranean diet) is recommended too.
Hope you will find this answer helpful!
Kind regards,
Dr.Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist
My opinion as follows:
Detailed Answer:
Hello again!
I understand your concern and would explain that the other artery is blocked 40%, based on your report. There is no need for stenting now as there is no risk for blockage. Medical therapy ( antiplatelet agents and a statin, coupled with antihypertensive therapy in case of arterial hypertension) are quite enough to protect you from another heart attack.
The main stented artery ( LAD) is OK now.
So there is no reason to panic!
I would just recommend you to follow up with your cardiologist and performing an echo stress test or stress cardiac MRI, in order to examine for possible cardiac ischaemia every 6-12 months.
A healthy lifestyle ( regular physical exercise, stop alcohol or smoking and Mediterranean diet) is recommended too.
Hope you will find this answer helpful!
Kind regards,
Dr.Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Raju A.T
Brief Answer:
I would explain:
Detailed Answer:
Hello again!
I would explain that it is necessary to undergo a provocative cardiac stress imagine test to answer the question whether the actual diagonal artery stenosis leads to significant cardiac ischemia.
A cardiac stress echo or stress cardiac magnetic resonance imagine test would be perfect for such purpose.
Let me know in case of any further questions.
Wishing Good Health and a Happy New Year!
Kind regards,
Dr. Iliri
I would explain:
Detailed Answer:
Hello again!
I would explain that it is necessary to undergo a provocative cardiac stress imagine test to answer the question whether the actual diagonal artery stenosis leads to significant cardiac ischemia.
A cardiac stress echo or stress cardiac magnetic resonance imagine test would be perfect for such purpose.
Let me know in case of any further questions.
Wishing Good Health and a Happy New Year!
Kind regards,
Dr. Iliri
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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