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So I had my angiogram today. Told doctor I had read up on PCI v medical therapy and the fact there’s no difference in outcome - so I don’t want a stent unless it’s absolutely necessary. Anyway, angiogram showed 90% stenosis of the LAD (proximal). When Dr showed me how much vessel would be cut off if
So I had my angiogram today. Told doctor I had read up on PCI v medical therapy and the fact there’s no difference in outcome - so I don’t want a stent unless it’s absolutely necessary. Anyway, angiogram showed 90% stenosis of the LAD (proximal). When Dr showed me how much vessel would be cut off if
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HarryJ81
in British Heart Foundation
1 month ago

Angioplasty

So got two calls from the NHS today - 1 setting my telephone appointment with the cardiologist next week and the 2nd setting my appointment for the procedure the week after. I’m concerned they’ve contacted me quickly because my heart is in more trouble than I’d care to imagine… I know the risk of serious
So got two calls from the NHS today - 1 setting my telephone appointment with the cardiologist next week and the 2nd setting my appointment for the procedure the week after. I’m concerned they’ve contacted me quickly because my heart is in more trouble than I’d care to imagine… I know the risk of serious
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HarryJ81
in British Heart Foundation
2 months ago

Angioplasty

I have just been told by my cardiologist that I need to have an angioplasty with stent because there is a narrowing of my LAD. I am freaking out - I’m 42 this year and have an 8 year old daughter and a wife who I love very much. I have heard CVD in the LAD is very serious - a widow maker.
I have just been told by my cardiologist that I need to have an angioplasty with stent because there is a narrowing of my LAD. I am freaking out - I’m 42 this year and have an 8 year old daughter and a wife who I love very much. I have heard CVD in the LAD is very serious - a widow maker.
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HarryJ81
in British Heart Foundation
2 months ago
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ibrufin after angioplasty

I had angioplasty 6 months ago and I accidentally took 400mg (2 tablets) of ibrufin today . Do I need to worry?
I had angioplasty 6 months ago and I accidentally took 400mg (2 tablets) of ibrufin today . Do I need to worry?
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Anynomous
in British Heart Foundation
2 months ago

Angioplasty

Hi everyone, I had a heart attack at the end of November and had three stents put in with one more planned for the end of January.In the main I feel fine, no pain anywhere. Up and about doing slow walks and pottering about. I am however finding it difficult with the side effects of the drugs. Mainly
Hi everyone, I had a heart attack at the end of November and had three stents put in with one more planned for the end of January.In the main I feel fine, no pain anywhere. Up and about doing slow walks and pottering about. I am however finding it difficult with the side effects of the drugs. Mainly
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1-24-25
in British Heart Foundation
5 months ago

Failed angioplasty/ stent placement

Has anyone ever had a failed angioplasty when attempting to put in stents in an occluded vein? If so- has there been a second attempt? Was it successful? Thanks
Has anyone ever had a failed angioplasty when attempting to put in stents in an occluded vein? If so- has there been a second attempt? Was it successful? Thanks
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Redbuns
in Anticoagulation Support
3 months ago

Bruising

I had extensive bruising after angioplasty 4 weeks ago which has cleared up nicely, but random small bruises now appearing daily without any apparent cause.
I had extensive bruising after angioplasty 4 weeks ago which has cleared up nicely, but random small bruises now appearing daily without any apparent cause.
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Heartmum56
in British Heart Foundation
17 days ago

Angioplasty not angiogram?

Today I’ve had a letter saying I’m in on the 3rd March for an angioplasty, but the thing is we haven’t discussed this and it’s not really what I want.
Today I’ve had a letter saying I’m in on the 3rd March for an angioplasty, but the thing is we haven’t discussed this and it’s not really what I want.
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Jako999
in British Heart Foundation
3 months ago

Thank you

Currently sat in the recovery ward after having a sucsessful angioplasty and a stent fitted.I just wanted to pass all my thanks to all the wonderful, kind people at the Basingstoke Heart Center for looking after me. I am eternally grateful.
Currently sat in the recovery ward after having a sucsessful angioplasty and a stent fitted.I just wanted to pass all my thanks to all the wonderful, kind people at the Basingstoke Heart Center for looking after me. I am eternally grateful.
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Judge_Dredd
in British Heart Foundation
3 months ago

Waiting time for angioplasty and stent on NHS

Hi all, can anyone advise what the rough waiting time for angioplasty and a stent is on the NHS at the moment please? I know waiting times vary widely due to location, severity etc I was just hoping to get a rough ballpark figure. Thanks!
Hi all, can anyone advise what the rough waiting time for angioplasty and a stent is on the NHS at the moment please? I know waiting times vary widely due to location, severity etc I was just hoping to get a rough ballpark figure. Thanks!
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Judge_Dredd
in British Heart Foundation
4 months ago

Waiting for next one ,!!!

I had angioplasty and stent on the night i had my first HA 8 weeks ago and ive just found out that i also have another artery 75% blocked , so i feel back to square one, im 59 and have never had any cardio problems till 8 weeks ago i have not smoked for 35 years and have not been massively over weight
I had angioplasty and stent on the night i had my first HA 8 weeks ago and ive just found out that i also have another artery 75% blocked , so i feel back to square one, im 59 and have never had any cardio problems till 8 weeks ago i have not smoked for 35 years and have not been massively over weight
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Hatflinger
in British Heart Foundation
2 months ago

Angiogram vs Angioplasty

Each time I had a stent put in, they started out as angiogram and became angioplasty, each time they went in they put in a stent if needed, except that one time when I needed bypass. Now my Cardiologist wants to do an angiogram, then discuss his findings with me then go back and do angioplasty.
Each time I had a stent put in, they started out as angiogram and became angioplasty, each time they went in they put in a stent if needed, except that one time when I needed bypass. Now my Cardiologist wants to do an angiogram, then discuss his findings with me then go back and do angioplasty.
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SirSam
in AF Association
6 months ago

Heart attack problem

I had an heart attack 2 week ago with one stent and angioplasty and have been getting some discomfort on my left side it comes and go i don't get every day I am a little bit worried I have been told you can get this dose anyone else have the same problem any advice would be appreciated
I had an heart attack 2 week ago with one stent and angioplasty and have been getting some discomfort on my left side it comes and go i don't get every day I am a little bit worried I have been told you can get this dose anyone else have the same problem any advice would be appreciated
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Badger132
in British Heart Foundation
4 months ago

Referral for Angiogram

After a recent telephone conversation with a cardiologist I am being referred for an angiogram (with angioplasty if required). Over the last two years have begun to find hills a little harder.
After a recent telephone conversation with a cardiologist I am being referred for an angiogram (with angioplasty if required). Over the last two years have begun to find hills a little harder.
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paw1
in British Heart Foundation
3 months ago

Post-Clopidogrel symptoms?

It's now 15 months since having an angioplasty and starting on Clopidogrel and other related meds. The Clopidogrel prescription has now been stopped, as expected, on review by the Cardio nurse at my GP practice. I have been off Clopidogrel for 2-3 weeks.
It's now 15 months since having an angioplasty and starting on Clopidogrel and other related meds. The Clopidogrel prescription has now been stopped, as expected, on review by the Cardio nurse at my GP practice. I have been off Clopidogrel for 2-3 weeks.
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Michael1966
in British Heart Foundation
4 months ago

Angiogram

my last post should read Angiogram not angioplasty. 🙄
my last post should read Angiogram not angioplasty. 🙄
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heartmatters1
in British Heart Foundation
7 months ago

BP fluctuations after angioplasty

I had angioplasty 3 weeks ago . Is it normal to have bp fluctuating like 160/98 and 125/82 on same day ( both are resting bp). After angioplasty I am on 2.5 mg bisoprolol
I had angioplasty 3 weeks ago . Is it normal to have bp fluctuating like 160/98 and 125/82 on same day ( both are resting bp). After angioplasty I am on 2.5 mg bisoprolol
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Anynomous
in British Heart Foundation
8 months ago

Collaterals

During my angioplasty I was diagnosed with 2 of the 3 main arteries 85 to 95 % blocked. The third on the right hand side was completely blocked but had already formed collaterals. I therefore received no treatment for the right hand artery.
During my angioplasty I was diagnosed with 2 of the 3 main arteries 85 to 95 % blocked. The third on the right hand side was completely blocked but had already formed collaterals. I therefore received no treatment for the right hand artery.
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robertslade1956
in British Heart Foundation
2 months ago

an anniversary

I ended up with 5 relaxing days in hospital, during the pandemic, plugged into many wires, with lovely caring nurses, and an angiogram/ angioplasty which revealed two 80% blocked coronary arteries. I had no idea!
I ended up with 5 relaxing days in hospital, during the pandemic, plugged into many wires, with lovely caring nurses, and an angiogram/ angioplasty which revealed two 80% blocked coronary arteries. I had no idea!
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Harefieldfan
in British Heart Foundation
1 month ago

Angioplasty tomorrow...in urgent need of advice asap pls

Hi all angioplasty booked for tomorrow but not sure if I should go ahead with it or just cancel. Reason for procedure: Doc wants to investigate extent of artery blockage in order to prescribe flecanide medication for afib. If blockage is severe he will fit a stent during the procedure.
Hi all angioplasty booked for tomorrow but not sure if I should go ahead with it or just cancel. Reason for procedure: Doc wants to investigate extent of artery blockage in order to prescribe flecanide medication for afib. If blockage is severe he will fit a stent during the procedure.
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DizzyD
in AF Association
2 months ago
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