Bypass Surgery
What is Bypass surgery treatment ?
Bypass surgery, or coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery, is a procedure used to treat blocked heart arteries. It involves taking a healthy blood vessel from the leg, arm, or chest and grafting it onto the blocked artery, allowing blood to flow around the blockage. This restores oxygen-rich blood supply to the heart muscle. Bypass surgery is recommended for severe coronary artery disease, chest pain, or high risk of heart attack. Recovery takes several weeks, and patients must follow a healthy lifestyle after surgery. The procedure helps reduce symptoms and improve heart function and quality of life.
How Does Bypass Surgery Treatment Work?
Bypass surgery works by creating a new route for blood to flow to the heart muscle when the coronary arteries are blocked. A healthy blood vessel, usually taken from the leg, arm, or chest, is grafted above and below the blocked section of the artery. This bypass allows blood to flow around the blockage, restoring oxygen and nutrients to the heart. The surgery helps relieve chest pain, improve heart function, and reduce the risk of heart attack. It is performed under general anesthesia and typically requires a hospital stay and weeks of recovery, followed by lifestyle changes and medication.
Benefits of Bypass Surgery Treatment
1- Improved blood flow to the heart muscle.
2- Relief from chest pain (angina) and shortness of breath.
3- Reduced risk of heart attack.
4- Better heart function and improved quality of life.
5- Increased ability to exercise and perform daily activities.
6- Long-term survival for people with severe coronary artery disease.
7- Can be more effective than medication or stents in complex or multiple artery blockages.
