Postoperative Care Instructions for Cardiac Stent Placement
I have undergone a cardiac stent procedure and am currently in the recovery phase. I would like to ask the doctor: What are the key points to pay attention to after cardiac stent surgery?
Doctor's answer (1)
After cardiac stent placement, the following points should be noted:
1. Patients should schedule regular follow-up visits to ensure the proper function of the stent and stable cardiac condition. Regular electrocardiogram (ECG), echocardiogram, and coronary angiography when necessary can help detect and manage any changes in stent position or vascular restenosis in a timely manner.
2. Patients must continue taking antiplatelet medications, such as aspirin or clopidogrel, long-term after the procedure to prevent thrombus formation within the stent. Strict adherence to the physician's instructions regarding medication timing is essential, along with regular monitoring of coagulation function to ensure drug effectiveness and minimize side effects.
3. Postoperative lifestyle management is equally important, including smoking cessation, weight control, healthy diet, and regular exercise.
Avoid strenuous exercise and heavy physical labor, as well as prolonged breath-holding or intense emotional fluctuations, to help reduce cardiac workload and maintain vascular patency and long-term stent stability.
