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M. Denton Stam
Cardiothoracic Surgeon
Dr. M. Denton Stam is a cardiothoracic surgeon practicing in Fort Smith , Arkansas. Dr. Stam specializes in surgical procedues of vital organs in the chest such as the heart, lungs, esophagus and more. As a cardiothoracic surgeon, Dr. Stam typically treats conditions like heart disease and lung disease. This class of surgeon can also include cardiac surgeons, cardiovascular surgeons, congenital heart surgeons and general thoracic surgeons.
M. Denton Stam
- Fort Smith, Arkansas
- New York Medical College
- Accepting new patients
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What are the complications after open heart surgery?
Usually only 1-2% risk of infection, kidney or lung failure, stroke, heart attack, excess bleeding. Mortality is 1-3% depending on how strong your heart is.
Do heart stents last forever?
They may last from 2-10 years depending on smoking, diabetes control (if you are diabetic), control of cholesterol, and taking Plavix or whatever thinner they prescribe. I have READ MORE
They may last from 2-10 years depending on smoking, diabetes control (if you are diabetic), control of cholesterol, and taking Plavix or whatever thinner they prescribe. I have seen some blocks in a year and some out to 18 years, but rarely.
Do you have to stay on high blood pressure medication for life?
Yes. Stopping will lead to long-term damage. Good control decreases stroke, heart attack, and vascular disease. Your doctor can monitor your blood pressure and adjust as needed. READ MORE
Yes. Stopping will lead to long-term damage. Good control decreases stroke, heart attack, and vascular disease. Your doctor can monitor your blood pressure and adjust as needed. Due to the hardening of the arteries, blood pressure tends to increase as you get older.
Concerned chest pain?
Concerning for a heart issue. Seek medical help.
My relative has had a heart attack and lung infection?
He is quite sick with 3 organs in trouble. Chances are difficult, but not impossible. You will have to ask how strong is his heart. Time will tell, but the lungs need time to recover.
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He is quite sick with 3 organs in trouble. Chances are difficult, but not impossible. You will have to ask how strong is his heart. Time will tell, but the lungs need time to recover.
Good luck and pray.
Good luck and pray.
Pounding heart?
Ask your doctor about another type of medicine in the same class. Let them know you stopped your med and why.
Should I have a calcium scoring test?
Things can change in 5 years. If you have symptoms, that is reasonable. Ask your cardiologist.
How long is the hospital stay after angioplasty?
Usually just overnight.
Is coronary angioplasty a major surgery?
No. There is no cutting you open, just a small needle hole.
When should I go to the ER for a low heart rate?
If you are dizzy or pass out.
How long does heart artery repair surgery take?
About 3-4 hours depending on how many vessels are bypassed.
What causes stenosis of coronary artery?
Causes include smoking, bad family history, hypertension, high cholesterol, obesity, sedentary activity and diabetes, plus being male (worse than female). Seek a cardiologist opinion. READ MORE
Causes include smoking, bad family history, hypertension, high cholesterol, obesity, sedentary activity and diabetes, plus being male (worse than female). Seek a cardiologist opinion. Depends on location and severity (over 70% might need fixing).
Good luck.
Good luck.
What medications are used to treat heart palpitations?
Beta blockers - metoprolol, or calcium channel blockers - diltiazem, less likely amiodarone if there are arrhythmias.
What anesthetics are used in open heart surgery?
Full general anesthesia. Fentanyl(opiod), inhaled gas (forane) and maybe propafol (think Michael Jackson).
Should I have a pacemaker checkup before traveling?
Would not be a bad idea if older than a year or two.
Do you need physical therapy after a stroke?
Yes. Recovery is much faster.
Which is the most difficult heart valve to replace?
Mitral valve is the toughest to reach, thus the hardest.
Can the ER miss a heart attack?
Not really. Troponin level is very sensitive.
What anesthesia is used for open heart surgery?
General endotracheal anesthesia. You are completely asleep with a breathing tube in your airway. You wake up hours after surgery.
Does having a heart bypass shorten your life?
Most cases, no. It actually prevents further major heart attacks. Your doctor can give you percentages.
