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When should you be more aggressive with a heart condition? Show summary
An obese patient with a weak heart, a positive stress test and a leaky heart valve was told by his doctor that he just needed medication. The patient sought a second opinion, where angoigraphy revealed blockages in all of his arteries. He had bypass surgery with a valve replacement, and feels much better.

Background information

What causes coronary artery disease? (coronary artery disease)
How should you weigh the risks of heart surgery? (valvular heart disease)
When are you too old for heart surgery? (heart surgery)
What's the recovery period for different heart procedures? (heart surgery)
Why are women at less risk for heart disease? (coronary artery disease)