CABG (Coronary Artery By-pass Grafting Surgery or By-pass Surgery)

What is CABG?

CABG is performed on a person who is suffering from coronary artery disease which occurs due to the hardening of the arteries which supply blood to the heart muscle. The CABG procedure involves rerouting blood flow around blocked coronary arteries using healthy blood vessels (grafts) taken from other parts of your body, such as the leg, arm, or chest. Other names of CABG are Bypass surgery, Coronary artery bypass surgery, and heart bypass surgery.

What are the Symptoms of Coronary Artery Disease?

• Chest pain.
• Shortness of breath.
• Irregular heartbeat.
• Physical inactivity.
• Poor diet.
• Stress/Anxiety.

When is Heart Bypass Surgery Recommended?

Doctors typically recommend CABG when coronary artery blockages are severe and cannot be effectively managed through medication or less invasive procedures like angioplasty and stenting. Key indicators include:

• Left Main Coronary Artery Disease:Significant narrowing of the primary artery supplying the left side of the heart.
• Multivessel Disease:Blockages in multiple coronary arteries.
• Complex Blockages:Obstructions that are challenging to treat with stents.
• Emergency Cases: To address acute heart attack situations where immediate intervention is required.

What is the Diagnostic Test for Coronary Artery disease?

Before proceeding with the CABG surgery: the doctor will do a physical or clinical examination test to check the individual health condition. Tests are done to find out which arteries are clogged or how much they are clogged. Diagnosis tests include ECG, Stress Test, Echocardiography, Coronary Angiography.

What is the Procedure of CABG Surgery?

The CABG procedure is performed under general anesthesia and typically lasts between three to six hours. The process generally involves:

1. Pre-operative Assessment:Tests and evaluations are conducted to assess heart health and identify suitable graft vessels.
2. Surgical Access:An incision is made in the chest to access the heart. A heart-lung machine may be used during the procedure.
3. Bypass Grafting:A healthy blood vessel is used to create a new pathway around the blocked artery, restoring blood flow to the heart.
4. Recovery:The patient is moved to the ICU for monitoring before continuing recovery in the hospital.

CABG surgery helps improve blood flow, relieve symptoms, and lower the risk of future heart complications.

Precautions after CABG Surgery:

• Activity:After heart surgery, your body must heal for several weeks.
• Rest:During the day, balance your activity with rest times.
• Stairs:You may climb stairs
• Driving:Do not drive a car until after your visit with your surgeon.
• Feelings:Recovering from heart surgery also involves emotional healing and it’s very normal to have different feelings (fear, anger, denial, frustration, sadness).

Cost Of Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting surgery (CABG) in India

Best Surgeon and Hospitals for CABG Surgery:

Dr. Surendra Khanna is an experienced adult cardiac surgeon and heart-lung transplant specialist, currently at Artemis as Chairperson of the department. He is an expert in all of the adult cardiac surgery treatments such as heart valve surgery, CABG surgery. His constant focus is to improve cardiac care.

Dr. Naresh Trehan is serving as chairman of cardiac services and Medanta hospital. He is especially sought after for his skills in open heart surgery for coronary blockages. Open heart bypass surgeries and CABG Surgery are one of the most common surgeries done on a regular basis by the doctor.

Dr. Sushant Srivastava is a highly skilled and well-known surgeon for CABG in India with a focus on various complex procedures. He is currently serving as Chairperson of Heart and Lung Transplant Department at Paras Hospital.

Dr. Anupam Das is currently serving as the Senior Consultant and Head of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery at Sarvodaya Hospital, Faridabad. He is among top cardiac doctors for open heart surgery, valve replacement and CABG Surgery in India.

Dr. Prashanth YM is Senior Consultant in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery (CTVS) department at Aster Hospital, Bangalore. He has strong expertise in adult heart surgeries, including coronary bypass surgeries using both traditional and advanced techniques.

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Article contributed by Dr. Anmol