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I undergone ptca with two stent. can i do swimming and running?

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Dr. Gerald Neuberg answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Is your doctor in?: Only your doctor can answer that. If you have recovered and you feel good and there are not more blockages and your heart is strong and your blood pressure is stable and your groin puncture site is stable, she/he will say yes.

Dr Azhak agreed

Answered 12/22/2015

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