Cardiac stents, one of the preeminent innovations in the field of medicine, are like a strong bridge between life and death, bringing hope of rebirth to countless heart patients.
Its emergence has not only changed the history of heart disease treatment, but also played an irreplaceable role in saving lives and improving the quality of life.
Cardiac stents, made of high-precision metal materials, are cleverly constructed and well-designed. It can be implanted into the patient's body in a short period of time, effectively supporting narrowed or blocked blood vessels and restoring normal blood flow to the heart.
This process, like a magic wand in the hands of a magician, with a slight wave, the stagnant blood flows again, and the tired heart is rejuvenated.
The process of implanting cardiac stents requires a high level of skill and experience. They dance lightly through the patient's veins like dancers, precisely placing the stent in the best position. Every successful implant is the best affirmation of the doctor's skills and the best interpretation of respect for life.
However, cardiac stents are not a panacea, they can only provide temporary relief, not cure the cause. Therefore, for heart patients, in addition to receiving stent therapy, it is necessary to pay more attention to lifestyle improvement and drug treatment.
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Will heart stent surgery be stopped in China?
Recently, there have been rumors that cardiac stent surgery will be stopped in China, and this news has attracted widespread attention and concern. Cardiac stent surgery is an important treatment for cardiovascular diseases, and it is an important life-saving measure for many patients with heart diseases such as coronary heart disease. Therefore, this rumor has undoubtedly caused great distress and anxiety to many patients and their families.
However, upon verification, this rumor is not true. At present, there are no plans or policies to stop cardiac stent surgery in China.
As an important treatment method, cardiac stent surgery has been widely used and recognized at home and abroad. It can effectively alleviate the symptoms of heart diseases such as angina pectoris and myocardial infarction, improve the quality of life of patients, and reduce the mortality and disability rates of diseases.
Of course, with the continuous advancement of medical technology and the improvement of medical level, cardiac stent surgery is also constantly improving and optimizing.
In the future, there may be more advanced, safe, and effective treatments, but this does not mean that we will abandon or stop existing treatments. Instead, we should continue to learn and explore ways to provide patients with better and more personalized medical care.
Therefore, we appeal to patients and their families not to believe rumors and to remain rational and calm. If you or a family member has a heart condition, you should consult a medical professional to find out what treatment options are right for you.
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Is this surgery good or bad? The doctor tells the truth
Cardiac stent surgery, as an important achievement of modern medicine, is undoubtedly a silver lining for many heart patients.
However, no medical treatment is perfect, and cardiac stent surgery is no exception, and it brings hope but also comes with a series of problems and challenges.
On the positive side, cardiac stent surgery can quickly open narrowed or occluded coronary arteries and restore blood supply to the heart muscle, thereby saving the patient's life.
For emergencies such as acute myocardial infarction, timely stent implantation can greatly reduce mortality and improve the quality of life of patients. In addition, with the continuous advancement of technology, the success rate of cardiac stent surgery is getting higher and lower, and the complication rate is getting lower and lower, which undoubtedly provides patients with better treatment options.
However, there are two sides to everything. Although cardiac stent surgery can be life-saving, not all people with heart disease are candidates for this procedure.
For some patients with milder disease and less obvious symptoms, overtreatment can lead to physical damage and even new health problems.
In addition, long-term anticoagulant medication is still required after cardiac stent surgery, which increases the risk of bleeding and so on. At the same time, problems such as restenosis may occur after stent implantation, and surgery may be required again.
Therefore, the pros and cons of cardiac stent surgery need to be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Doctors will decide whether to perform surgery based on the patient's condition, physical condition, age, and other factors.
The expertise and experience of the doctors play a crucial role in this process. They need to accurately determine the patient's condition and surgical indications through detailed examination and diagnosis, and formulate the most suitable treatment plan for the patient.
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When do I need a cardiac stent?
A cardiac stent, also known as a coronary stent, is a small metal mesh structure implanted in the coronary arteries to support narrowed or blocked blood vessels, thereby restoring the normal flow of blood. This treatment is mainly for people with coronary artery disease, especially coronary heart disease.
When coronary heart disease progresses to a certain extent, the narrowing of the coronary arteries may lead to insufficient blood supply to the heart muscle, causing symptoms such as angina. At this time, it is often difficult to completely solve the problem with medical treatment, and cardiac stent surgery has become an effective treatment.
By implanting a stent, the narrowed blood vessels can be quickly opened and the blood supply to the heart muscle can be restored, thereby relieving symptoms such as angina pectoris and reducing the risk of myocardial infarction.
In addition to angina, acute myocardial infarction is one of the main indications for cardiac stent surgery. In acute myocardial infarction, a portion of the coronary artery may be completely occluded, resulting in severe avascular necrosis of the myocardium.
In this case, rapid cardiac stent surgery to open the occluded blood vessels can save a large number of cardiomyocytes and reduce the patient's mortality and morbidity.
In addition, for some patients with special types of coronary heart disease, such as multi-vessel disease, left main disease, etc., cardiac stent surgery is also one of the important treatment methods. These lesions are often complex, and a personalized treatment plan needs to be developed based on the overall condition of the patient.
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After heart stent surgery, I am most afraid of you doing these 3 things
First, patients should avoid strenuous exercise. Although moderate exercise can help the body recover, strenuous exercise can increase the burden on the heart, increase the burden on the heart, and may even cause the heart stent to shift or fall off. Therefore, during the recovery period, patients should choose moderate exercise methods, such as walking, tai chi, etc., and avoid excessive exercise.
Second, patients need to avoid smoking and drinking. Smoking and drinking alcohol can have adverse effects on the heart, smoking increases the risk of cardiovascular disease, and drinking alcohol can increase the burden on the heart and may even lead to problems such as arrhythmias. Therefore, during the recovery period, patients should resolutely stop smoking and limit alcohol to protect their heart health.
Finally, patients need to avoid mood swings. Mood swings excite the sympathetic nerves, causing a faster heartbeat and higher blood pressure, which increases the burden on the heart.
Therefore, during the recovery period, patients should maintain a happy mood, avoid excessive anxiety, nervousness and other emotions, and relax their minds by listening to music, reading, etc.