“How often should a heart stent be checked?”
I am a 59 year old male. I want to know how often should a heart stent be checked?
1 Answer
Patients with coronary artery disease and a stent are typically seen in the office twice a year for exam, ECG, questions about symptoms, medication review, etc. If no symptoms, a screening stress test is typically done every 2 or 3 years. A repeat cardiac cath is not typically done unless concerning symptoms develop, or the stress test suggests an issue.
