NOVA - S18E17: Avoiding the Surgeon's Knife

Name: Avoiding the Surgeon's Knife
Genre: Documentary
Released: 1991-12-03
Duration: 55 min

Dec 03, 1991DocumentarySeason 18, Episode 17

NOVA follows the efforts of four participants in a celebrated California study to unblock arteries without using drugs or surgery before their heart disease becomes fatal. A studio segment featuring experts with varying medical views will air as part of the 60-minute program. ABC News Medical Correspondent George Strait moderates.

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NOVA S18E17 Synopsis

Stream NOVA "Avoiding the Surgeon's Knife" in HD quality on Goojara. Originally aired on 1991-12-03, this episode is part of Season 18 of NOVA. With a runtime of 55m, the episode keeps you engaged throughout. As part of this Documentary series, the episode continues to build on the show's compelling narrative. NOVA follows the efforts of four participants in a celebrated California study to unblock arteries without using drugs or surgery before their heart disease becomes fatal. A studio segment featuring experts with varying medical views will air as part...