Coronary artery bypass surgery for coronary artery disease

References

Citations

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Author: Robin Parks, MSLast Updated: January 8, 2008
Medical Review: Caroline S. Rhoads, MD - Internal Medicine
Robert A. Kloner, MD, PhD - Cardiology
Ruth Schneider, MPH, RD - Diet and Nutrition

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Topic Contents
 Surgery Overview
 What To Expect After Surgery
 Why It Is Done
 How Well It Works
 Risks
 What To Think About
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