Depending on the severity and where it is in the body, doctors may recommend surgical intervention. Severe symptoms or blockages can be alleviated with an angioplasty and stent placement, endarterectomy, fibrinolytic therapy, or bypass surgery. The healthcare provider will likely direct the patient to a specialist for these procedures.

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