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My father had a transient ischemic attack three times in 2 months, he is age of 80. He has normal hypertension or sugar. In colour doppler there are both carotid artery blockages found around 70 to 75 %. Angioplasty or medication which option is suitable.
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Carotid plasty is better option.
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You have to seek the suggestions of your doctor who has examined him and know his case history thoroughly. Angioplasty is quite safe nowadays, and can be done even on elderly people (provided the BP and Diabetes are well controlled ).
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