Coronary artery disease occurs when the arteries supplying blood to the heart become narrowed or blocked. This can reduce blood flow to the heart muscle and may lead to symptoms such as chest discomfort, breathlessness, or reduced exercise tolerance, and in some cases may result in a heart attack.
If medication and other treatment options are not sufficient or appropriate, coronary artery bypass surgery may be recommended. Mr Othman will assess your condition carefully, review your investigations, and plan your surgery, ensuring you understand the procedure and recovery clearly.
When assessing whether bypass surgery is appropriate, the following factors are taken into account:
Coronary artery bypass surgery creates new pathways for blood to flow around narrowed or blocked coronary arteries. This is done using blood vessels taken from the chest wall, arm, or leg.
The operation is performed under general anaesthetic in a specialist cardiac surgical centre. Mr Othman will explain the procedure in detail during consultation, including what the operation involves and the expected recovery in your individual case.
In some cases, angioplasty or stenting may be appropriate.
Yes. It is a well-established cardiac operation.
Typically around one week, depending on recovery.
Gradual recovery continues over several weeks at home.
Many patients seek specialist review before major heart surgery.
If you have been advised that coronary artery bypass surgery may be needed, or would like an independent specialist opinion, Mr Othman can review your investigations and explain the options clearly.
The consultation includes careful assessment of your coronary disease and guidance on the most appropriate next steps.