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I am getting an angiogram, but the hospital can't perform an angioplasty, if needed. is it better to change to a hospital where they do both?

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Dr. Georgia Latham answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Yes: If there is a blockage is found during angiogram, it can often be treated during the same procedure, with angioplasty and/or stent placement. This can eliminate the necessity of a second procedure. There are risks associated with the procedure which you should understand prior to proceeding.

Dr Willson and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 10/27/2015

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