Ridgeway Heart Attack Highlights Health Awareness Efforts
Keith Ridgeway suffered a heart attack with a 100 percent blockage in the right coronary artery requiring a stent. He recovered after surgery and the family plans to join the 2014 CASA heart walk in North Augusta to raise awareness and support for a cure.
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Keith Ridgeway
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North Augusta
South Carolina
What is a stent in heart procedures
A stent is a small metal mesh tube placed in an artery during PCI to restore and support blood flow. It may be made of metal or fabric and can be drug eluting to prevent re occlusion.
New Cath Labs Accelerate Heart Attack Care at CIC
Dr. Weems Pennington III and the Cardiovascular Institute of Carolina highlight two new multipurpose cath labs at the Cardiovascular Institute of Carolina enabling faster emergency catheterization. Early blood flow restoration saves heart muscle and reduces damage. Call 803.641.5280 or visit aikenregional.com for details.
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Weems Pennington III
Cardiovascular Institute of Carolina
Weems
Cardiovascular Institute
Aikenregional.com
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