What is heart bypass surgery?
Heart Bypass Surgery, also known as Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery, sometimes called CABG (cabbage), or simply “bypass surgery”, is a common procedure used to divert blood around clogged arteries in the heart. Coronary bypass surgery remains one of the gold standard surgical treatments for coronary artery disease. Success rates of an astonishing 99.8% are achieved with one of our partner hospitals.
Why is CABG surgery done
The arteries that bring blood to the heart muscle (coronary arteries) can become
clogged by plaque (a buildup of fat, cholesterol and other substances). This can
slow or stop blood flow through the heart’s blood vessels, leading to
chest pain or a heart attack. Increasing blood flow to the heart muscle can relieve chest pain and reduce the risk of heart attack.