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When Should Stenting Be Done In Case Of A Blocked Artery?

I have been told that I have a blocked artery in the aorta arch. BP is false in reading of left arm so right arm to be used. Doc says take Aspirin as blood thinner and see him in six months. If artery is blocked why the six months wait before inserting a stent?
Fri, 5 May 2017
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can you please tell me precisely as which artery of arch of aorta is blocked? and whether the blockage is complete or partial along with your symptoms so that I may explain you in detail the reason of keeping you on aspirin for long time.
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When Should Stenting Be Done In Case Of A Blocked Artery?

can you please tell me precisely as which artery of arch of aorta is blocked? and whether the blockage is complete or partial along with your symptoms so that I may explain you in detail the reason of keeping you on aspirin for long time.