Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) is one of the most well-known and commonly-used open heart surgery procedures. A vein from the leg or an artery from the wall or arm is used to bypass a coronary artery that is restricted by a buildup of fatty plaque. CABG is usually a good option for those with […]
Carotid Endarterectomy
A carotid endarterectomy removes plaque blocking an artery in your neck that provides the brain with blood (a carotid artery). The surgeon exposes the artery, removes the unwanted plaque, and may widen the artery with a patch.