How effective is atherectomy for coronary artery disease (CAD)?

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    Healthwise answered:

    Atherectomy for coronary artery disease (CAD) can work as well as angioplasty to widen narrowed arteries. Atherectomy might be done along with stenting. This can help keep the artery from narrowing again.

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    Atherectomy for coronary artery disease (CAD) can work as well as angioplasty to widen narrowed arteries. Atherectomy might be done along with stenting. This can help keep the artery from narrowing again. More