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Is Stenting required for 70% RCA block?

2022-02-07 19:41:28
My father is diagnosed with unstable angina, primary hypertension,double CAD in rca and LAD(30-40%)?
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70% is a borderline block. You have to get a functional test like FFR or PET MPI to know if stenting is needed or not

Answered2022-02-09 02:03:54

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If symptomatic and ECG changes are there may need stenting in 70% RCA lesion
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Consultation for detailed evaluation

Answered2022-02-08 01:50:47

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