Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Is The Importance Of A Test To Determine Plaque In Arteries?

Hi! I am a fifty year old white male,who is in shape,and is very athletic. I was wondering how important is it to get a test which would determine the level of dangerous plaque in my arteries vs only getting an EKG and stress test as I've done in the past. I currently am ideal weight but I eat alot of sugar,red meats and dairy products-and,for most of the day,am very sedentary.
posted on Fri, 14 Mar 2014
Twitter Sun, 27 Jul 2014 Answered on
Twitter Mon, 28 Jul 2014 Last reviewed on
Report Abuse
General Surgeon,  's  Response
It would not be a bad idea to get an Angiography done at this age, it would let you know the status of your coronary arteries and what to about it, if at all. But, you should realize that an Angiography is an invasive investigation and has complications in the form of bleeding, contrast reaction, etc. Also, the site they choose to do the Angiography from is at risk of complications. So you should go in for it fully aware of what all it entails before you sign the consent form. Take care.
Dr Rishi, New Delhi, India.
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further inquiries on surgery procedure and its risks or complications book an appointment now
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Recent questions on Artery


Loading Online Doctors....
What Is The Importance Of A Test To Determine Plaque In Arteries?

It would not be a bad idea to get an Angiography done at this age, it would let you know the status of your coronary arteries and what to about it, if at all. But, you should realize that an Angiography is an invasive investigation and has complications in the form of bleeding, contrast reaction, etc. Also, the site they choose to do the Angiography from is at risk of complications. So you should go in for it fully aware of what all it entails before you sign the consent form. Take care. Dr Rishi, New Delhi, India.