What is a CABG? Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG) is a surgical procedure used to treat coronary artery disease, a condition where the blood vessels that supply the heart muscle with oxygen and nutrients become narrowed or blocked. During CABG surgery, a surgeon creates new pathways (bypasses) for blood to flow around the blocked or narrowed coronary arteries. What bypasses do you see in the clip above? #Heart #nurse #rn #doctors #cardiac #medicine #medstudent #registerednurse #physician #h

Open heart bypass surgery, medically known as coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), is a life-saving procedure aimed at improving blood flow to the heart. This surgery is typically recommended for patients suffering from severe coronary heart disease (CHD), where plaque builds up inside the coronary arteries, reducing blood flow to the heart muscle. Here's a detailed look into what open heart bypass surgery involves, its benefits, risks, and what patients can expect during recovery. What is Op