CABG High Risk Surgery Treatment in India
About CABG High Risk Surgery
Key Highlights
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Restores blood flow to the heart muscle, relieving symptoms like chest pain (angina) and shortness of breath.Can significantly reduce the risk of future heart attacks and improve long-term survival in high-risk patients.Performed by specialized cardiac surgeons with expertise in managing complex cases and comorbidities.Utilizes advanced surgical techniques and monitoring to enhance safety during the procedure.Offers a potential for improved quality of life and physical activity tolerance post-recovery.
Who is this surgery for?
- Severe blockages in multiple coronary arteries, especially the left main coronary artery.
- Patients with significantly reduced heart pumping function (low ejection fraction).
- Failed previous interventions like angioplasty or stenting.
- Presence of other serious conditions like diabetes, chronic kidney disease, or severe lung disease alongside heart disease.
- Unstable angina or heart attack not manageable with medication or less invasive procedures.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive pre-operative evaluation including detailed cardiac imaging (angiogram, echocardiogram), lung and kidney function tests.
- Optimization of medical conditions: adjusting heart medications, controlling blood sugar, and managing other illnesses.
- Pre-operative counseling with the cardiac surgeon, anesthesiologist, and cardiologist to discuss risks and benefits.
- Discontinuation of certain blood-thinning medications (e.g., aspirin, warfarin) as advised by the doctor.
- Fasting for 8-12 hours before the surgery and following specific hygiene instructions.
Risks & possible complications
- Bleeding during or after surgery, potentially requiring blood transfusion.
- Risk of heart attack, stroke, or irregular heart rhythms (arrhythmias).
- Infections at the incision site or within the chest (mediastinitis).
- Kidney dysfunction, especially in patients with pre-existing kidney issues.
- Prolonged need for ventilator support or extended stay in the intensive care unit (ICU).
- Memory issues or cognitive changes (post-operative cognitive dysfunction), which may be temporary.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial 1-3 days in the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU) for close monitoring of heart, lungs, and vital signs.
- Progressive mobilization: sitting up, standing, and walking with assistance to prevent complications.
- Pain management with medications and breathing exercises to keep lungs clear.
- Strict wound care for chest and leg (if vein graft used) incision sites to prevent infection.
- Participation in a structured cardiac rehabilitation program post-discharge for supervised exercise, diet planning, and medication management.
- Regular follow-up appointments with the cardiologist and surgeon to monitor recovery and graft health.
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Typical hospital stay:
7-14 days
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Expected recovery time:
6-12 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering cabg high risk surgery in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for cabg high risk surgery in India include Medanta The Medicity, Kamineni Hospital, Tadigadapa, Miot Hospital Chennai, Nanavati Max Hospital, Kamineni Hospital, King Koti, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform cabg high risk surgery. MediFyr helps you compare cardiac surgeons and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for cabg high risk surgery compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for CABG High Risk Surgery in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated cardiac surgery teams and experience managing patients undergoing cabg high risk surgery.
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Cardiac surgeons for CABG High Risk Surgery
Explore experienced cardiac surgeons who regularly perform cabg high risk surgery and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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