Cardiac Testing you have an angioplasty or a stent procedure to open the blockages. These procedures often can be performed at the time of the angiogram. The doctor also may recommend coronary artery bypass surgery and/or medical treatment for blockages found.
After your cardiac catheterization procedure, you will:
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