Milla

[milljo]

My ex husband had a triple by-pass and not very long afterwards a major stroke. He survived for another 10 years but lost the use of his left side. Had no idea at the time that apparently it is an associated risk. He had high blood pressure but would not get treatment for it so I think this must have contributed to it. I would check if you have any risk factors for a stroke. Sounds to me like trying a stent first is a better idea.

[Lowerfield_no_more]

I am sorry to hear about your ex husband. However it is usual before undergoing any medical procedure in the UK that you are interviewed immediately prior to the procedure taking place, and part of the interview is to outline any risks that are associated, and these are then noted on the consent form before you sign. If you do not want to proceed, given the risks, you can decline, although the expectation is that you will proceed. In the case of your ex husband it is likely that the medical team would have decided that a triple bypass was necessary over stenting, and I am sure that decision would not have been taken lightly given the risks, the cost and resource requirements, and the invasive nature of the procedure.

[tangotese in reply to Lowerfield_no_more]

Hello I'm sorry to hear about your ex-husband. Certainly the risks of stroke were given to me and the fact that there is a 1-2% chance of having a stroke when coming off bypass machine. As a girlfriend said to me we always knew you were special" after I had a stroke coming off machine. Coming up for 4 years on and I can walk around with splint and stick and manage independently although with challenges as right handed but managed to care for my husband living with dementia until his death so feel blessed. I heed dietary advice and maintain good BP so fortunate.