My dad has artery blockages and we're really confused between angioplasty and bypass surgery - which one would be better for his condition? The doctors gave us both options but we're not sure what to go with

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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Choice depends on blockage location and risk factors; angioplasty is less invasive, but bypass is better for multiple or complex blocks.

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