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In general, placing a stent is less invasive and so carries less immediate risk from the procedure. However, shunts often give better long term results depending on the exact situation.
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What is the difference between a shunt and a stent?
A shunt is a passage between blood vessels which diverts blood. A stent is used to prop open an artery.
What is a surgical tube which prevents a vessel closing?
Stent Shunt
The meaning of stent?
stent
Can a stent be cleaned out?
can a stent be cleaned
When did Charles Stent die?
Charles Stent died in 1885.
When was Charles Stent born?
Charles Stent was born in 1807.
When did Peter Stent die?
Peter Stent died in 1665.
When was Malcolm Stent born?
Malcolm Stent was born in 1945.
Is getting a heart stent dangerous?
As with all surgeries, there are always risks involved. It is important to discuss both the benefit and risks with your doctor and family and make sure that the benefits outweigh the risks. If a doctor has recommended a stent, then they most likely feel it is necessary and a good idea.
List out the conditions to be satisfied for running two or more DC shunt generators in parallel?
List out the conditions to be satisfied for running two or more DC shunt generators in parallel?
Does series field winding have more resistance or a shunt field winding?
shunt field winding have more resistance than series field winding ************sai ganesh ************269*******
Where in the body is a cardiac stent placed?
A coronary stent (or cardiac stent) is placed in arteries that supply blood to the heart. The stent is a tube that is designed to keep the arteries open to increase blood flow.
