The left anterior descending, right coronary, and circumflex arteries get blocked in triple artery blockage. The blockage is caused by arteriosclerotic plaques, and this leads to decreased blood flow to the heart. Eventually, the narrowing of the arteries leads to a heart attack. Bypass surgery is done to correct this situation.
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What happens if three arteries are blocked?
Query: Hi doctor, This is for my dad, who is 64 years old. His blood pressure went up to 220 mm Hg, and then they took him to the cardiologist for an opinion, and they did all the tests and said he has three blocks in three of the main arteries and needs triple bypass surgery. I need your second opinion if... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen all your reports (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity). Heart surgery is not associated with blood pressure. High blood pressure is a risk factor for coronary artery disease, and controlling blood pressure with medicines and lifestyle mod... Read Full »