What Causes Right Arm Weakness After Placing Stent In Heart?

Posted on Sat, 14 Feb 2015

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Sat, 14 Feb 2015 Answered on

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Question : Had a heart stent put in 2 days ago. Feel pretty good but experiencing right arm weakness. is this normal?

Answered by Dr. Noble Zachariah (46 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Should be examined by your doctor

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome to HCM and thanks for your query.
I understand your concern.
Was the stenting procedure done through the artery in the right arm? If so there may be some transient weakness.
If not it is not a normal aftereffect of stenting.
You should consult your doctor and get examined to know the cause.
Take care,
Dr Noble Zachariah

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