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… along with taking medicines and having a heart-healthy lifestyle to help prevent a stroke. … carotid artery. These steps help control the conditions that increase your risk of stroke. …
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Decision Point You may want to have a say in this decision, or you may simply want to follow your doctor's recommendation. Either way, this information will help you understand what your choices are …
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… tried medicines for angina symptoms. Have had tests that showed that angioplasty might help … to have an angiogram. Depending on what that test finds, an angioplasty can sometimes be … might you have angioplasty? You may have had tests such as an exercise stress test or a …
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… These arteries are the blood vessels that bring blood to the heart muscle. This is also … ICU, you will likely have: Continuous monitoring of your heart. A tube to help with … after a heart attack. Risks The risks during or soon after bypass surgery include: …
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… symptoms. Lifestyle changes, medicine, and procedures are used. Lifestyle changes include … and lower your risk of having a blood clot. Procedures that improve blood flow to the … symptoms. Lifestyle changes, medicine, and procedures are used. Lifestyle changes …
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Condition Basics What is carotid artery disease? A carotid artery on each side of the neck supplies blood to the brain. Carotid artery disease occurs when a substance called plaque builds up in …
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… active, staying at a healthy weight, and not smoking. This will give you the best chance … active, staying at a healthy weight, and not smoking. This will give you the best chance …
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Condition Basics What is renal artery stenosis? Renal artery stenosis is the narrowing of one or both of the renal arteries. These vessels supply blood to your kidneys. They also help the body …
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… Overview Quitting smoking is probably the most important step … coronary artery disease and a heart attack . Smoking raises your risk of getting coronary … risk of coronary artery disease. Benefits of quitting Quitting smoking is one of the best …
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Decision Point You may want to have a say in this decision, or you may simply want to follow your doctor's recommendation. Either way, this information will help you understand what your choices are …
