CABG Redo Treatment in Turkey
About CABG Redo
Key Highlights
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Addresses recurrent or progressive coronary artery disease after a previous bypass.Can relieve debilitating angina (chest pain) and improve quality of life.Reduces the risk of future heart attacks by restoring blood flow to the heart.Performed by specialized cardiac surgeons with expertise in complex re-operative techniques.Utilizes advanced imaging and surgical planning to navigate previous scar tissue.
Who is this surgery for?
- Failure or blockage (occlusion) of one or more previous coronary bypass grafts.
- Development of new, significant blockages in native coronary arteries not previously bypassed.
- Recurrent, severe angina (chest pain) despite optimal medical therapy.
- Evidence of significant ischemia (lack of blood flow) on stress tests or imaging in areas supplied by failed grafts.
- Patients who are not suitable candidates for percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI/angioplasty).
How to prepare
- Comprehensive pre-operative evaluation including cardiac catheterization (angiogram) to map blockages.
- Advanced imaging like CT angiography to assess the relationship of the heart to the sternum and old grafts.
- Optimization of medications and management of conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure.
- Complete blood tests, chest X-ray, and ECG.
- Discussion of risks, benefits, and surgical plan with the cardiac surgery team.
- Fasting for 8-12 hours before the surgery.
Risks & possible complications
- Higher risk of bleeding and need for blood transfusion compared to first-time surgery.
- Increased risk of damage to heart structures, old grafts, or surrounding organs due to scar tissue.
- Higher incidence of stroke, kidney injury, or lung complications.
- Risk of infection in the chest (mediastinitis) or leg/arm incision sites.
- Potential for heart rhythm disturbances (arrhythmias) requiring treatment.
- Risk of mortality, which is higher than for a first-time CABG.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial recovery in the ICU for 1-3 days for close monitoring of heart, lungs, and bleeding.
- Hospital stay focuses on pain management, breathing exercises, and gradual mobilization.
- Incision sites (chest and possibly leg/arm) must be kept clean and dry.
- Strict adherence to a cardiac rehabilitation program is essential for long-term recovery.
- Lifelong medications are typically required, including antiplatelets (like aspirin), statins, and beta-blockers.
- Regular follow-up with the cardiologist and cardiac surgeon to monitor graft health and overall heart function.
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Typical hospital stay:
7-14 days
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Expected recovery time:
6-12 weeks for basic activities, 3-6 months for full recovery
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering cabg redo in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for cabg redo in Turkey include Liv Hospital Ankara, Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, VM Medical Park Pendik Hastanesi, Medical Park Florya, Medical Park Bahçelievler, 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 redo. 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 redo compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for CABG Redo in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated cardiac surgery teams and experience managing patients undergoing cabg redo.
Instabul, Turkey
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Pari Das, a 62-year-old retired schoolteacher...
Pari Das, a 62-year-old retired schoolteacher from Kolkata, lives a quiet life with her husband. She underwent a triple bypass surgery 12 years ago after a heart attack. Recently, she began experiencing crushing chest pain (angina) while doing light housework and even at rest, accompanied by severe shortness of breath. A stress test and subsequent angiogram revealed that two of her original bypass grafts were completely blocked, and her native coronary arteries had also significantly worsened. Her cardiologist, Dr. Sharma, explained that her heart muscle was being starved of oxygen and a redo CABG was the best option to restore blood flow, as stenting the complex blockages was too risky. The surgery was technically challenging due to scar tissue from her first operation, requiring meticulous dissection. Post-surgery, Pari spent two days in the ICU and a total of eight days in the hospital. Her recovery at home was slow and required patience; she attended cardiac rehabilitation diligently. Emotionally, Pari was initially devastated and fearful, feeling her body had 'failed' her again after years of careful living. She worried about being a burden to her family. However, six months post-surgery, free from angina and able to walk in her garden without gasping for air, she feels a profound sense of gratitude and a cautious optimism. She now focuses on the gift of more time with her grandchildren.
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