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Which is better stent or byepass in a diabetic patient?

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Dr. Michael Dugan answered

Specializes in Hematology

In diabetes: The narrowing a can be more diffuse, presenting challenges for both. Has to be taken on a case by case basis.

Answered 3/29/2019

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Depends: Hi. It depends on the anatomy: which coronary artery/arteries, distal targets, etc. Assuming the cardiologist and CT surgeon are experienced, they will explain options and make a recommendation based on experience. No simple answer unless it's left main disease.

Answered 7/27/2014

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