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Had angiogram results - lesion on r pav 40% stenosis 9mm length lesion on mid rca 20% stenosis 19mm length how serious is this please. thank you ?

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

Stenosis : It tells you have generalized atherosclerosis and must take steps to stop it. This can e done by stopping smoking and lowering lipids with diet and meds. Starting cholesterol lowering diet now is good. Discuss with team.

Answered 2/10/2021

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