Preparing questions in advance can help patients to have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor the following questions related to stenting:

1. How long will I be in the hospital? Can I drive myself home after I'm discharged?
   
   
2. How many stents will be placed? In which arteries? What degree of blockage do I have?
   
   
3. Are you using a drug-eluting stent?
   
   
4. Will you perform a balloon angioplasty first?
   
   
5. Which medications will you prescribe after the procedure? How long will I be taking these medications?
   
   
6. Does my insurance cover stenting?
   
   
7. What lifestyle changes should I make after the procedure to lower my risk of heart attack or bypass surgery?
   
   
8. How will I know if the artery begins to close again? How often should I visit the doctor's for check-ups?
   
   
9. Are there are any medications, herbs or dietary supplements I should avoid because they'll interfere with my stent's function?
   
   
10. If the artery begins to close again, what are my options?