Q. What are the precautions a person should take after angioplasty and stent implantation?

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After angioplasty and stent implantation, it is important to take necessary precautions in order to prevent any further complications. Here are some of the primary measures that should be taken post-procedure:

Follow up with your doctor regularly: Make sure to schedule regular checkups with your doctor following angioplasty and stent implantation in order to watch for any signs of artery re-narrowing or other related issues.

Control blood pressure: High blood pressure can cause damage which leads to restenosis (renarrowing) or other forms of cardiovascular disease. This is why it’s important for you to control your blood pressure through lifestyle changes as well as taking medication if prescribed by your doctor.

Change your diet & exercise: Eating a balanced diet with plenty of whole grains, fruits, vegetables and healthy proteins can help reduce cholesterol levels and improve overall health after undergoing angioplasty and stent placement surgery. Additionally, exercising regularly (at least 30 minutes per day) will help keep the arteries open and clear so that no further blockages occur over time due to buildup of fatty material inside them again.
Intervene quickly when noticing unfamiliar symptoms

 It is also critical that you immediately contact your physician if at any point during recovery do experience chest pain, shortness of breath or other unusual physical symptoms — this could signal a complication such as a heart attack or stroke resulting from the procedure so must not be neglected!

 Finally, avoid activities like driving immediately after having surgery as this could increase risk of hemorrhage exacerbating weakened condition at best; worst case scenario though could result in death due fatal complications arising from car accident…so err on side caution here until fully recovered!

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