WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CORONARY ARTERY BYPASS SURGERY
Introduction Coronary artery bypass surgery, also known as coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), is a surgical procedure used to treat coronary artery disease (CAD). CAD occurs when the blood vessels that supply oxygen and nutrients to the heart muscle become…
SURGICAL INTERVENTIONS FOR CORONARY ARTERY DISEASE AND VALVULAR HEART DISEASE
Please keep in mind that specific treatment plans may vary based on individual patient factors and the severity of the condition. Here’s an outline for each: A) Coronary Artery Disease (CAD): Medication Management: Initial management may involve medications to control…
CORONARY CIRCULATION AND VENOUS DRAINAGE OF THE HEART
Introduction Coronary circulation refers to the network of blood vessels that supply oxygen and nutrients to the heart muscle. The heart’s own blood supply comes from the coronary arteries, which branch off the aorta. Venous drainage involves the collection of…
EXPLORING THE CAUSES AND TREATMENTS OF STABLE CORONARY ARTERY DISEASE
Stable Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), also known as chronic coronary syndrome, is a condition characterized by the narrowing or blockage of the coronary arteries that supply blood to the heart muscle. The pathophysiology of stable CAD involves several key processes:…
UNDERSTANDING ACUTE CORONARY SYNDROME
Acute coronary syndrome (ACS) is a term used to describe a group of conditions that result from a sudden reduction or blockage of blood flow to the heart muscle. It is typically caused by the formation of a blood clot…