Heart Health
Too old for a stent?
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Yet older people often have more severe coronary artery disease. As such, they may have a greater need for a stent and realize more benefit from it. Compared with drug therapy, stents aren't proven to help people live longer in stable angina. But many older people are more interested in quality of life and staying independent than longevity.
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