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Cardiovascular disease that occurs suddenly without any symptoms! Among these, myocardial infarction is the 1st and 2nd leading cause of death in Korea, excluding cancer. It is said that patients who have already experienced myocardial infarction at least once and received stent surgery have a higher risk. Therefore, patients who have experienced myocardial infarction should continue to manage their LDL cholesterol levels and exercise even after discharge to prevent recurrence. So how should myocardial infarction patients manage themselves to avoid being at risk again after receiving stent surgery? Let's find out with Professor Kwon Oh-seong of the Department of Cardiology at Eunpyeong St. Mary's Hospital, Catholic University of Korea. #myocardial infarction #stent surgery #LDL cholesterol