Q: I have over 20 stents in 2 grafts. I had triple by-pass in 12/1991. I need a double by-pass now but the 3rd. graft is my left mamamery artery. It is grown behind the sternum and no one will operate.
Hi Steven,
I'm not able to offer guidance on where or not you should push for surgery or not. I recommend discussing the pros/cons with your physician. I also encourage you to discuss the cause of the stent blockage. If you make appropriate diet/lifestyle changes you may be able to reduce blockage and lengthen the 'lifespan' of your stents.
All the best,
Lisa Nelson RD
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