Question 1

is it possible to do a triple bypass on someone who has copd?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Often times, patients presenting for bypass surgery have co-existing COPD as smoking, the most common cause, is also a cardiac risk factor.  Certain tests may be performed on a patient with such to determine his "surgical risk" with the copd.  With that information, an informed decision may be made as to whether surgery is the best option.

Question 2

copd patient aged 71. triple bypass 4 years ago in inhalers .moderate copd stage . what is prognosis like?

Accepted Answer

Multiple factors: are at play. Optimize cardiac and respiratory treatments ,  especially preventive measures.
Genetics , diet and environment  are important factors.
By experience, you could have a very good quality of life.

Question 3

what are the statistics of someone having severe copd, lung disease, and triple bypass surgery?

Accepted Answer

Unclear question: It is not unusual to see people with copd/lung disease and bypass surgery.

Question 4

if i smoke and have copd, could i die during my bypass surgery?

Accepted Answer

Bypass surgery: Your cardiothoracic surgeon needs to review with you your specific risks heading into surgery. Smoking and COPD are additional risk factors for recovery post-operatively. Your surgeon will make sure that a pulmonologist will follow with him once the surgery is completed. You should be making plans to cease smoking forever given your need for bypass surgery.

Question 5

i have an ongoing problem with lymphedema in my lower legs.  i have  water retention problems for 20 years now.  i had double bypass surgery 2years ago.  also suffer from copd.  i am on o2 .    any possible connection with agent orange?  vn vet ?

Accepted Answer

: Yes, AGENT ORANGE can be liked to all of these conditions (heart disease, COPD, heart failure and leg swelling).  Make sure to speak with your doctor and the service connection.

Question 6

what is the risk associated with a triple bypass?

Accepted Answer

Low: Very low risk like less than 1%.

Question 7

what exactly is a triple bypass surgery?

Accepted Answer

3 coronaries: Aorta or internal mammary to coronary artery anastomosis distal to area of stenosis in the coronary.

Question 8

what is the recovery time after triple bypass surgery?

Accepted Answer

Different Levels: Skin healing 1-2 weeks
bone healing 2-4 months
off pain meds several weeks
return to work varies if it is your business!
usually 6-8 weeks for non physical jobs.

About the same for singe, double, triple, quadruple bypass since the incisions are similar. Some variables which the surgeon will discuss.

Question 9

how should you be feeling 3 weeks after triple bypass surgery?

Accepted Answer

Better: Varies from person to person. You might still be a bit sore, get tired with activity, maybe some swelling. However you should be feeling better as each day goes by.

Question 10

what are the disadvantages and advantages of triple bypass surgery?

Accepted Answer

Effective: Reduce angina, save muscle, prolong life of many but some low  frequency serious risks
death
bleeding
infection
sternal infection
stroke
recurrence 
graft failure

long list but infrequent.

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Copd patient aged 71. triple bypass 4 years ago in inhalers .moderate copd stage . what is prognosis like?

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What are the statistics of someone having severe copd, lung disease, and triple bypass surgery?

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If i smoke and have copd, could i die during my bypass surgery?

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I have an ongoing problem with lymphedema in my lower legs. i have water retention problems for 20 years now. i had double bypass surgery 2years ago. also suffer from copd. i am on o2 . any possible connection with agent orange? vn vet ?

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