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  • 22/01/2025

I'm really curious about something. Is it possible to have a heart stent removed without undergoing bypass surgery? I'm trying to understand if there's a way to do this less invasively. Would love to hear your thoughts!

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cardiac opinion

Dr. Ibrahim Suggests...

Consult a Cardiologist

Answered 04/07/2025

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