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Structure of Heart

Coronary Artery Bypass


Heart is divided into four chambers: two atria
and two ventricles

Surgery
Blood moves from the left atrium to the left
ventricle via the bicuspid valve; blood is pumped
out of the left ventricle to the aorta, which sends
blood to the organs and muscles of the body.
Composed of inner layer, endocardium. Outer
layer, epicardium. Also a middle layer,
myocardium.
The aorta is the largest artery in the body, it
carries blood from heart to almost all parts of
body.

Why would you need it?


o Coronary arteries are blocked or damaged
o Plaque buildup in arterial walls

What happens during bypass surgery?


o One or more blocked coronary arteries are
bypassed by a blood vessel graft to restore
blood flow through the heart
o Grafts commonly come from ones own veins
and arteries around the chest area
o Graft goes around damaged damaged
arteries to create new pathways around
heart.
o Takes usually 6 hours
Pre-operation
o Blood Samples
o Chest X-Ray
DREW AND TY
o Electrocardiogram
o Angiogram
Precautions After Surgery:
- Shower as you feel able
- Do not take baths or use hot tubs /
spas for the first week you are
home Cardiac Rehab It is a
- Wash incisions everyday with mild medically supervised program designed to help improve your cardiovascular
soap and water, gently pat to dry health if you have experienced heart attack, heart failure, angioplasty or heart
- Do not drive for 3-4 weeks
surgery
- Carry objects close to your body
with your elbows firmly at your side,
do not lift anything that causes Purpose of Cardiac Rehab To improve your health and quality of life,
chest discomfort or is heavier than reduce the need for medicines to treat heart or chest pain, decrease the chance
30-40 lbs. for 6-8 weeks after you will go back to a hospital or emergency room for a heart problem, prevent
surgery future heart problems, and even help you live longer.
- After 2 weeks, follow the low
cholesterol/low salt guidelines as Why a patient has to attend after having bypass surgery For
directed exercise counseling and training, education for heart-healthy living, and
- Elevate your legs when sitting to counseling to reduce stress.
decrease swelling

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