Question 1

my father is 79 years old. he suffered through an on going battle with chf; as well as 6-way bypass surgery. he hasn't been able to keep food downwhy?

Accepted Answer

? Ischemic : Your father's condition is such that it should be discussed in person with his doctor. Adverse effects of medication, peptic ulcer, and chronic mesenteric ischemia are some common causes as based on his risk factors. If the bypass was recent, there is a chance they could be related and you would want to bring it to the attention of his surgeon. Blessings for your father.

Question 2

what is bypass surgery?

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Heart surgery.: Bypass surgery is an operation in which surgeons create a bypass to allow blood to go around blockages in the arteries. To accomplish a bypass, surgeons use a graft - a blood vessel from the leg or chest. With the graft in place, blood can now flow freely to the heart muscle, bypassing the blocked or narrowed section of the artery. A week's stay in the hospital is usually necessary afterwards.

Question 3

where to get bypass surgery?

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High volume: Choose a center with a high volume. You can ask around to find out the volume and outcomes in your area.

Question 4

how serious is bypass surgery?

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Serious: But done with excellent results. How serious is not having by pass surgery if you need it?

Question 5

what's is multiple bypass surgery?

Accepted Answer

Certainly: Bypasses are for the diseased, obstructed coronary arteries to the heart.
Average 3-4 grafts per operation .
More or less grafts  depends on the anatomy and obstructions and coronary sizes.

Question 6

can u have more than i bypass surgery?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Many people have had more than 1 bypass surgery.  Fortunately, the surgery is very durable, and if there are problems years later, the treatment is often medication or stenting rather than re-do surgery.

Question 7

what is the duration of bypass surgery?

Accepted Answer

Coronary?: The operation may be 2-5!hours per surgeon and patient needs.
Each bypass and connection requires time and talent.
5-10 minutes each is ok
but many are done "on pump" and the attachments take a bit of time.
Opening and closing is relatively quick
all in all a few hours is reasonable!
shorter than many bad movies!

Question 8

how long does a quintuple bypass surgery take?

Accepted Answer

Approximately: The time (incision to dressing) for a quintuple bypass is 3.5 hours plus or minus.

Question 9

what options if bypass surgery cannot be performed?

Accepted Answer

Meds, PCI, TMR: Medical therapy first and foremost.  Angioplasty if suitable target vessels.  Tmr is laser channels for refractory angina if above fail.

Question 10

wat diet should. my husband take after bypass surgery?

Accepted Answer

Stay away from : Food with high cholesterol. Eat more vegetables and fruit; less carbo and fat. Exercise more; lose weight.

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