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How does simvastatin work in 70 year old male patient who has post coronary angiography bypass graft with elevated LDL?
Statins are lipid lowering agents specifically a HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor that , inhibits the rate-limiting step in cholesterol biosynthesis by competitively inhibiting HMG-CoA reductase therefore lowering the synthesis of cholesterol in the liver since cholesterol is a major determinant in atherosclerosis.
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Does the reuse of angiography catheter cause HIV or risk of HIV?
only if patient has HIV to begin with.
Why would a patient need a coronary angiogram?
A patient may need a coronary angiogram to evaluate for blockages or narrowing in the coronary arteries that supply blood to the heart. This test helps diagnose conditions such as coronary artery disease and determine the need for further treatment, such as angioplasty or bypass surgery.
What is the cpt code Anesthesia for coronary angioplasty of two vessels patient has severe coronary artery disease?
00216
Is Cardiac Angiography performed under General Anaesthesia?
No. Angiography is generally performed using local anesthesia (numbing the catheter insertion site) and often a mild sedative such as Valium (diazepam) is given to relax the patient and relieve anxiety.
What is the Hormone that may be elevated when a patient has prostate cancer?
psa
What hormone that may be elevated when a patient has prostate cancer?
Estrogen
What hormone may be elevated when a patient has prostate cancer?
Estrogen
Can beta blocker given in post operative coronary artery bypass surgery patient with LBBB?
No a
Are patients completely asleep during coronary stenting?
A sedative is given to make the patient drowsy and relaxed, but the patient will not be completely asleep during the procedure.
How long does troponin remain elevated post CABG?
Troponin levels can remain elevated for several days following coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery. Typically, troponin peaks within 24 to 48 hours postoperatively and may remain elevated for up to 7 days. The duration of elevation can vary based on individual patient factors and the extent of myocardial injury during the procedure. Monitoring troponin levels in this context helps assess for complications such as myocardial infarction.
How is the patient positioned during coronary stenting?
The patient is instructed to stay flat in bed without bending the legs so that the artery can heal from the insertion of the catheter
Can a patient have MI without ECG changes but troponin positive after 20 hours CK was also elevated initially?
A significant portion of Acute Coronary Syndrome patients have few ECG changes. They are diagnosed based largely on positive enzymes and those aggressively treated early have much better outcomes.
