Videos of Professor Michael Mahmoudi

Coronary stents: Frequently-asked questions - Online interview

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Coronary stents may be required for patients that have developed a narrowing in the blood supply to the heart, leading to chest tightness or chest pain. They can also be inserted in an emergency situation when a patient has had a heart attack, and the obstruction in the heart needs to be cleared. Highly-esteemed consultant cardiologist, Professor Michael Mahmoudi explains all about stents, including what they are made of, how they are inserted, how long they last for, and how they affect the patient. 00:00 When is a coronary stent necessary? 01:51 What is a coronary stent made off? 03:04 How does a coronary stent work? 04:31 Is coronary stent insertion a major surgery? 05:57 How long should a coronary stent last? 06:46 What is life like after having a coronary stent inserted? 07:09 Is there an alternative to coronary stent? To schedule a consultation with Professor Michael Mahmoudi, visit his Top Doctors profile here today: https://www.topdoctors.co.uk/doctor/michael-mahmoudi ✔ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3fSrqXb ✔ Follow us on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3t5kGsW ✔ Follow us on Twitter: https://bit.ly/39TidKh