Improved
6112 HealthChanged
3786 LivesSaved
3568 Lives1 lives impacted in the last 24 hrs Learn More
I have a friend that had a stroke about a month ago. He was refered to a specialist. After doing tests, they told him his left artery is to blocked to do anything about it. My friend does not have insurance and I have a feeling this may be more of an insurance/inability to pay issue for the reason the Doctors do not want to do surgery or the needed medical procedure. Could these Doctors be right, could this artery be to blocked to do anything for it?
All user-generated information on this site is the opinion of its author only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. Members and guests are responsible for their own posts and the potential consequences of those posts detailed in our Terms of Service.
Add a Comment1 Comments
Hi,
Studies show that the attempt to remove blockage in carotid arteries in older individuals can cause catastrophic effects including another stroke and death. Carotid endarterectomy is the surgical procedure to clear the blockage in the affected area of the carotid arteries. A individual who is 75 years old and older or has diabetes is a high risk for complications with this surgical procedure. if you or your friend would like to learn more about this procedure, read this article:http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/health-topics/topics/carend/
Maryann
September 30, 2011 - 4:41pmThis Comment