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Bypass surgery ro be done.. pls suggest
Hi doctor my dad diabetic 61 years, doctors recommended to agve immediate open heart surgery. How safe it is and how do old people heal at this age. Pls check the report and suggest if cabg recommended or stent is fine
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Dr. Ajeya N. Ukadgaonkar
Interventional Cardiologist
13 yrs exp
Aurangabad
He needs CABG only. Can not stent. 61 is not a very old age for CABG. Can be done safely.
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Dr. Abhinav Chhabra
Cardiologist
12 yrs exp
New Delhi
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CABG is the first & recommended treatment in his case
Considering age & area of blockages
No need to worry he will be better
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