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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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How long is heart stent surgery?
It's not actually surgery in that they just poke a hole in your wrist. Takes about an hour or 2. Home next day.
Is heart stent surgery risky?
It's not surgery actually as there is no cut. Just a poke hole on your skin of your wrist or groin. Risk is low. You should do fine. Bleeding is one risk.
What surgery do you need for heart blockage?
Open heart surgery is needed if stents can't be used. Diabetic patients who
have 3 vessel disease do better with surgery,
have 3 vessel disease do better with surgery,
Can I exercise 2 weeks after heart stent surgery?
Yes. Depends where you were stuck, wrist vs groin. Start easy first.
When can you sleep on your side after heart surgery?
After a few weeks as long as it doesn't hurt.
How long after heart transplant surgery can you fly?
Should be safe after 4 weeks
Should I go to the hospital for heart palpitations?
Only if you have pain with them
Should I have a specific diet after heart stent surgery?
Low fat low cholesterol diet
Should I see a doctor for high blood pressure?
Yes. You usually don't have symptoms and need to control before damage
occurs.
occurs.
How long do you stay in the hospital after a heart transplant?
4-6 days usually
Can clogged heart arteries be fixed with diet?
No. Quit smoking, exercise and better diet can help, but once there, need
stent or open heart surgery if greater than 70% blockage and symptoms.
stent or open heart surgery if greater than 70% blockage and symptoms.
Heart failure?
Not sure where you are getting your information, but mortality from heart surgery is from 1-5% Depending on how STRONG your heart is. At least get a consult from a good heart surgeon READ MORE
Not sure where you are getting your information, but mortality from heart surgery is from 1-5% Depending on how STRONG your heart is. At least get a consult from a good heart surgeon who will give you your specific percentage. Ask for the *STS risk calculator* (widely used. Good ; luck.
How long after coronary artery bypass surgery can I drive?
Usually about 3 weeks if not on narcotics
Will I get antibiotics after a heart stent?
No. Not necessary
What medications are used for arrhythmia?
Amiodarone and Cardizem are 2 common ones.
Are you awake when a heart stent is inserted?
Yes, but sleepy. It isn't surgery, just a poke in the wrist.
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.
