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What is Coronary Stent Implantation	Contributed by Dept of Cardiology

What is Coronary Stent Implantation

Stents are tiny metal mesh tubes that are placed in the artery during the angioplasty procedure. The stent acts as a scaffolding to provide support inside your artery, and reduce the likelihood of artery collapsing or re-narrowing after the procedure.

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Need indepth information ? Access our Conditions & Treatments sections for related topics on Coronary Angioplasty, Coronary Artery Disease and Heart Bypass Surgery - Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG).

Where to Seek Treatment

The medical institutions within SingHealth that offer consultation and treatment for this condition include:

National Heart Centre Singapore
Dept of Cardiology
17 Third Hospital Avenue, Mistri Wing, Singapore 168752

Outpatient Appointment Unit:

Tel	:	+65 6436 7840

International Enquiries, please contact:

Tel	:	+65 6236 7438
Email	:	ims@nhcs.com.sg

KK Women's and Children's Hospital
Children's Services - Cardiology
100 Bukit Timah Road Singapore 229899

Central Appointments:

Tel	:	+65 6294 4050

International Enquiries, please contact:

Tel	:	+65 6394 8888
Email	:	international@kkh.com.sg

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