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Father, 67, had silent heart attack 1 month back. angiogram revealed 100% lesion in left anterior & circumflex. bypass was suggested but later rejected due to deceased artery. treatment options needed?

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Dr. Raghuraman Vidhun answered

Specializes in Cardiology

More information: Will need more information to make a good decision - lv function, diabetes other illness and more importantly - viability of the affected areas and the arteries condition beyond the blockage.

Answered 12/28/2013

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See pcp: Or cardiologist. There are meds available-careful lipid studies, frequent follow ups!- exercise program all supervised by your physician.

Answered 12/30/2016

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Medical therapy: Aggressive medical therapy if not a candidate for surgery. Has stenting been discussed as an alternative to surgery?

Answered 12/11/2018

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