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What Causes Arm Swelling Post Placement Of A Stent?

I had a stint placed 4 weeks ago because my av graft stopped working. a week later the surgeon went beck in because the graft still was not working. I have an appt to see him for stiches to be removed but I feel lilke the arm is swelling. What does this ?mean
posted on Tue, 30 Jan 2018
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Hello,

Well, your case looks a bit complicated because I would like more information. But anyway the swelling of the arm in your condition, it is not a good sign. It maybe isn't working well the graft, and it leads in swelling or maybe any infection (but in this case the arm would be warm, red and painful). I would recommend seeing your doctor as soon as you can.


Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Eniola Memishahi
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What Causes Arm Swelling Post Placement Of A Stent?

Hello, Well, your case looks a bit complicated because I would like more information. But anyway the swelling of the arm in your condition, it is not a good sign. It maybe isn t working well the graft, and it leads in swelling or maybe any infection (but in this case the arm would be warm, red and painful). I would recommend seeing your doctor as soon as you can. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Eniola Memishahi