Is stent placement appropriate for 70% arterial stenosis due to atherosclerosis?

Sep 27, 2022 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

I've been feeling chest pain lately, and after a check-up, I was found to have 70% arterial hardening. Do I need a stent for this condition?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Li Man
Arteriosclerosis 70 generally refers to atherosclerotic stenosis that has reached 70%, indicating the patient has moderate to severe atherosclerosis. Under a doctor's guidance, stent placement is necessary to prevent risks of stroke and myocardial infarction caused by plaque rupture. However, before stent implantation, patients must first control their underlying conditions and maintain blood glucose, blood pressure, and lipid levels within normal ranges.