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Is coronary angiography recommended?

2018-05-01 11:01:42
Following are some finding in the tests for my father who is 56 years old - 1. TMT: borderline positive for inducible ischemia 2. EchoCardioGraphy: Aortic value is tricuspid, calcified, aortic systolic opening is restricted. Mild AS. LVEF=81% Cardiologist suggested coronary angiography for the same. I have the following questions - Is this tests required? - What are the risks/side effects of the tests? - What is the risk in not doing the test?
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If TMT is positive should undergo angiography he has slight stenosis of aortic valve as well, Cath gradient for aortic valve also be calculated while doing angio

Answered2018-05-01 12:07:29

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