This surgery is performed to treat coronary artery disease (CAD), where plaque buildup narrows or blocks coronary arteries.
Restricted blood flow to the heart can cause chest pain (angina), shortness of breath, and increase the risk of heart attacks.
Bypass surgery creates a detour for blood to reach the heart muscle, bypassing the blocked arteries.
This surgery is typically recommended for people with severe angina that doesn’t respond well to medications or lifestyle changes.
It might also be necessary for those with multiple blocked coronary arteries or a blockage in the left main coronary artery (critical for supplying blood to a large portion of the heart).
In some cases, angioplasty and stenting might be suitable alternatives to bypass surgery. These procedures open blocked arteries using a balloon and a small mesh tube (stent).
Cardiac bypass surgery cost starts from USD 5500. The cost varies depending on factors like hospital type, surgeon’s experience, and geographic location and other factors.
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