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What Is The Life Expectancy Of A Person With Carotid Artery Blockage?

Hello......I am 76 years old. 10 years ago had a severe stroke; entire right side paralyzed. left carotid artery 60% blocked; entire right carotid blocked. Whenever, exert myself become extremely lighted and faint. My doctor advises am a high risk for surgery. Question; What is my current life expectancy?
Fri, 26 Feb 2016
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Without surgery your life expectancy can be 5 years at its best, I advuse you to not waste any more time and consider surgery which in most cases is sucessful and can prolong your life span.

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What Is The Life Expectancy Of A Person With Carotid Artery Blockage?

Hi. Without surgery your life expectancy can be 5 years at its best, I advuse you to not waste any more time and consider surgery which in most cases is sucessful and can prolong your life span. Best wishes.