Could we discuss this q?
A 72 yr old man with hyperlipidemia, angina, diabetes, and HTN present to the ED after 20 min of chest discomfort at home. The man was brushing his teeth when the pain first occurred, and he describes it as squeezing sensation that radiates to his jaw. Nitroglycerin and aspirin at home did not relieve his pain. He has a 30 pack yr hx of smoking and was previously able to perform only moderate physical exercise before experiencing angina symptoms. ECG and normal cardiac enzyme levels confirm that the man is suffering from unstable angina. On stabilization, angiogram is performed that shows an 85% lesion on his Lt main coronary artery.
Which of the following treatments will have the best chance of preventing further damage to this pt's myocardium?
A. coronary artery bypass grafting
B. percutaneous coronary intervention
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