Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery (CABG) in Chennai – Expert Heart Care
Restoring optimal blood flow to the heart through advanced coronary bypass techniques.
Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery (CABG) in Chennai
Coronary artery bypass surgery (CABG), also known as heart bypass surgery, is a life-saving procedure used to treat blocked coronary arteries and restore normal blood flow to the heart. At HeartNarota, Dr. A. Mohammed Idhrees provides advanced coronary artery bypass graft surgery with excellent outcomes and personalized care. Call Now: +91-9962268787
What is Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery?
CABG is a surgical procedure where a healthy blood vessel is used to bypass blocked coronary arteries, improving blood flow to the heart muscle.
When is CABG Surgery Needed?
- Severe coronary artery blockage
- Chest pain (angina)
- Heart attack risk
- Multiple-artery disease
- Congestive heart failure cases
Benefits of Coronary Bypass Surgery
- Improved blood flow to the heart
- Relief from chest pain
- Reduced heart attack risk
- Improved quality of life
- Increased survival rate
CABG Surgery Procedure – Step by Step
- Pre-surgical evaluation
- General anesthesia
- Chest opening (open heart surgery)
- Cardiopulmonary bypass machine support
- Grafting of blood vessel (CABG graft sites)
- Restoration of blood flow
- Closure and ICU monitoring
How Long Does Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery Take?
CABG surgery typically takes 3 to 6 hours, depending on the number of blockages and complexity (single, double, or triple bypass).
Types of CABG Surgery
- Single bypass
- Double bypass
- Triple bypass
- Off-pump CABG (without heart-lung machine)
Recovery After CABG Surgery
- ICU stay: 1–2 days
- Hospital stay: 5–7 days
- Full recovery: 6–12 weeks
Care After Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- Follow the medication strictly
- Maintain a heart-healthy diet
- Avoid smoking & alcohol
- Regular follow-up visits
- Gradual physical activity
Why Choose Dr. A Mohammed Idhrees?
- 18+ years of experience
- Expertise in complex cardiac surgeries
- High success rate
- Advanced surgical techniques
About the Doctor
Dr. A. Mohammed Idhrees Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgeon
- MBBS – The Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University
- MS (General Surgery) – Madurai Medical College
- MCh (CTVS) – SCTIMST
- Advanced Aortic Surgery – Italy
- Valve Repair Training – Belgium
- Associated with SIMS Hospital
Frequently Asked Questions
CABG surgery usually takes 3–6 hours depending on complexity.
Possible risks include bleeding, infection, stroke, and blood clots, but are rare with expert care.
Full recovery takes around 6–12 weeks.
Success rates are above 95% in experienced hands.
Yes, with proper lifestyle changes, patients can live a healthy life.