Coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery, commonly called heart bypass surgery, is a well-established and highly effective surgical treatment for coronary heart disease. It helps restore healthy blood flow to the heart muscle when the coronary arteries are narrowed or blocked, reducing symptoms such as angina (chest pain) and improving quality of life.
What Is Bypass Surgery?
Your heart relies on a network of coronary arteries to deliver oxygen-rich blood to the heart muscle. When these arteries become narrowed or blocked by fatty deposits (atherosclerosis), blood flow to the heart may be reduced. CABG uses healthy blood vessels taken from elsewhere in your body (often the leg, chest, or arm) to bypass these blockages, creating new pathways for blood to reach the heart.
This surgery can:
Relieve symptoms such as chest pain and breathlessness
Improve your ability to be active
Reduce the risk of future heart attacks
Help your heart work more efficiently
How Common Is Bypass Surgery?
In England, around 20,000 coronary artery bypass grafts are performed each year, most often in men and in people aged 60 or older.
While numbers have varied slightly over time, CABG remains one of the most commonly performed heart operations because it provides durable symptom relief and improved quality of life for many patients with significant coronary artery disease.
What to Expect from Surgery
CABG is usually performed under general anaesthetic, so you will be asleep for the entire operation.
The surgery typically takes several hours, depending on how many bypasses are needed.
The surgery typically takes several hours, depending on how many bypasses are needed.
Dr Omar Ali works closely with leading cardiac surgeons and will support you throughout your journey, explaining the procedure in clear terms and ensuring your care plan is tailored specifically to you.
Benefits of Bypass Surgery
Bypass surgery has decades of evidence supporting its use in appropriately selected patients. Many people experience:
Significant relief from angina
Improved exercise capacity and daily function
Improved exercise capacity and daily function
Dr Omar Ali will talk with you about how CABG compares with other treatments, such as angioplasty and stenting, and recommend the best option based on your heart’s condition.
Expert Heart Care in London
If you’ve been diagnosed with coronary artery disease or your symptoms suggest possible blockages in your heart arteries, a **private cardiovascular consultation in London can provide clarity and reassurance. At our clinic, we offer:
Collaboration with leading cardiac surgeons as needed
Your heart health is at the centre of everything we do, and we’re here to support you through every step of your journey to better cardiovascular wellbeing.
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