Is a stent permanent?

Yes — once placed, a stent stays in your artery permanently.

Will I need blood thinners?

Yes — typically dual antiplatelet therapy for a period determined by your doctor.

Can stents get blocked?

Rarely — drug-eluting stents significantly reduce re-narrowing rates.

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Stent Placement

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A stent is a small metal mesh tube placed inside an artery to keep it open after angioplasty. It provides structural support to prevent the artery from re-narrowing. Dr. Richard places stents during the same procedure as angioplasty at our North Bergen Vascular Procedure Center.