HEALTH● LOWOct 6 · Oct 6, 2026, 3:30 AM
Kerala CM’s statement on angioplasty becomes a talking point among doctors
The Hindu · south asia
In a recent function, V.D. Satheesan had mentioned about avoiding unnecessary angioplasty. While many doctors object to the 'generalised statement,' a few agree with the CM that unnecessary procedures have become the norm. However, all agree that a person coming into the emergency with a suspected heart attack should in no way distrust the doctor. The Interventional Cardiology Council of Kerala says that public’s apprehension over “unnecessary” medical procedures should not delay life-saving treatment during an emergency
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