My father is 66 and has been diagnosed with triple vessel coronary artery disease with 90% stenosis in his right coronary artery and 70-80% blockages in his LCX and LAD. He chews tobacco and occasionally smokes, plus he has diabetes and slightly high blood pressure. Doctors suggested either angioplasty or bypass surgery which option would be better for him given his condition?

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Dr Kamran Mohammed

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For a 66-year-old with triple vessel coronary artery disease, 90% stenosis in the right coronary artery, and 70-80% blockages in the LCX and LAD, plus risk factors like tobacco use, diabetes, and high blood pressure, bypass surgery (CABG) is likely the better option compared to angioplasty with stenting

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Answered 14/08/2025

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