Heart Stents, Angina, and the Placebo Effect

The video explores the placebo effect, particularly in medical procedures like stent placement for angina. It discusses research showing that stents may not be more effective than placebo in preventing heart attacks or death, despite improving patient-reported outcomes. The video highlights the ethical considerations of using stents, given their cost and potential risks, and questions whether cheaper, safer alternatives should be developed.

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