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How are angioplasty and bypass surgery different?

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Dr. Craig Carter answered

Specializes in Thoracic Surgery

Approach: Angioplasty is usually done through an artery, and is called a percutaneous approach. Bypass surgery is done in the or, and requires a surgical incision for access.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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