Yes, a narrowed artery can cause chest pain, known as angina. This happens because the narrowed artery limits the amount of oxygen-rich blood reaching the heart. An angioplasty procedure, which involves placing a stent to widen the artery, can relieve this pain by improving blood flow.

Key Points:
- Narrowed Artery: Ca... read more

Yes, a narrowed artery can cause chest pain, known as angina. This happens because the narrowed artery limits the amount of oxygen-rich blood reaching the heart. An angioplasty procedure, which involves placing a stent to widen the artery, can relieve this pain by improving blood flow.

Key Points:
- Narrowed Artery: Causes chest pain (angina) due to restricted blood flow.
- Angioplasty and Stent: Procedure to widen the artery and improve blood flow.
- Result: Relief from chest pain after stent placement.

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