Coronary heart disease, a very dangerous condition, is unfortunately widespread today. Coronary (ischemic) heart disease refers to ischemic conditions caused by narrowing of the coronary arteries.
When the coronary arteries, the vessels that nourish the heart and supply it with oxygen, become clogged with fatty deposits or damaged in any way, the nourishment of your heart is impaired. As a result, your heart receives less oxygen and fewer nutrients.
Treatment of coronary artery disease usually includes lifestyle changes and medication. However, in severe, complicated cases, surgery becomes necessary.
Angioplasty and stent placement. During this procedure, a long, thin tube (catheter) is inserted into the narrowed part of your coronary artery. A balloon is passed through the catheter and widens the narrowed section of the artery. A stent, which helps keep the artery open, is left in the widened part of the artery. Some stents slowly release a special medication that helps keep the vessel open.
Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) is considered the most effective of the definitive treatments for coronary heart disease. Performed on a beating heart using minimally invasive methods, bypass surgery restores the blood supply to the heart muscle.
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