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 […]
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Coronary Artery Disease
Coronary artery disease, or CAD, is when the coronary arteries that supply oxygen and blood to the heart are narrowed. This is usually caused by atherosclerosis, when cholesterol, fat, and other substances collect in the arteries. This collection of substances is usually called plaque, and it scares and irritates the arteries, which cause them to […]