Question 1

how exactly is a heart stent implanted?

Accepted Answer

Balloon: The stent is delivered through a catheter (small tube) to the coronary artery. The stent is delivered on a balloon which is put in position, balloon inflated, stent deployed, balloon deflated and the stent remains.

Question 2

angiogram and heart stent the same thing?

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Not necessarily : An angiogram is the diagnostic test used to see blockages within an artery (or vein). This is done by injecting contrast dye in the vessels and taking pictures. Once a significant blockage is found then it may be treated with a balloon or stent.

Question 3

is cpr safe on someone with a heart stent?

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CPR: The alternative to CPR is death. It is ok to do CPR when stents are present.

Question 4

why is heart stent made from stainless steel?

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Steel stents: They are made of a number of different materials, most notably nitinol, not just steel.  There are even dissolveable stents currently under developement.

Question 5

do i need another heart stent for a 50% blockage?

Accepted Answer

Any symptoms?: If you're having no symptoms, it's doubtful that a stent would be helpful (and there's trouble and expense, as you know). There's no good evidence that coronary intervention in people without symptoms has any beneficial effects.

Question 6

should i change my diet after a heart stent is done?

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CAD post-MI diet: Yes.  Take the attitude that regardless of my dietary habits in the past, a heart attack occurred and your diet shd be improved to reduce saturated fat intake and optimize improved fat and sugar content.  Choosing lean protein ounces rich in omega-3 fish oils  (particularly fish), ith more fruits and vegetables.  Olive oil will be helpful to cook with.

Question 7

do you think i should i have heart stent replaced? is it dangerous?

Accepted Answer

No: It is a fairly commonly done procedure. Your cardiologist can advise you regarding the need and risks of procedure.

Question 8

whats heart stent recovery time?

Accepted Answer

Short: If the stent is placed in electively (and not for myocardial infarction), recovery is quite short.  We tell our patients not to walk a long distance, lift anything heavy, or drive a car for 2 days.  They are also instructed not to submerge the puncture site in the leg for one week.  Showers are okay.

Question 9

how long does a heart stent last?

Accepted Answer

Complicated answer: So many factors affect this...Nature and degree of blockage, type of stent, diabetes, smoking, medication...See your cardiologist for a more detailed answer.

Question 10

how long does the heart stent take?

Accepted Answer

Minutes: A cardiac catheterization is a procedure in which a cardiologist will place a stent and usually takes only a few minutes. Usually the whole procedure will last an hour or hour and a half.

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