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Surgical revascularization and percutaneous revascularization offer distinct benefits for obstructive coronary artery disease. This review examines current literature to clarify their respective roles and advantages.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Interventional Cardiology
  • Cardiac Surgery

Background:

  • Obstructive coronary artery disease (CAD) remains a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide.
  • Treatment strategies for CAD include medical management, percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), and coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG).
  • Ongoing debate exists regarding the optimal revascularization strategy for specific patient subgroups.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To critically review and synthesize the current evidence comparing surgical revascularization and percutaneous revascularization in patients with obstructive coronary artery disease.
  • To delineate the relative merits, indications, and outcomes associated with each revascularization modality.
  • To provide insights into the evolving therapeutic landscape for managing complex CAD.

Main Methods:

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  • Comprehensive literature search of major biomedical databases (e.g., PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Library).
  • Inclusion of randomized controlled trials, meta-analyses, and observational studies published within the last 10 years.
  • Focus on studies reporting clinical outcomes, procedural success rates, and long-term follow-up.

Main Results:

  • Percutaneous revascularization, particularly with drug-eluting stents, demonstrates comparable short-term efficacy to surgical revascularization in stable ischemic heart disease.
  • Surgical revascularization often shows superior long-term outcomes, especially in patients with multi-vessel disease, diabetes mellitus, or reduced left ventricular function.
  • Complex anatomical factors and patient comorbidities significantly influence the choice between surgical and percutaneous approaches.

Conclusions:

  • The selection of revascularization strategy should be individualized based on patient-specific factors, including coronary anatomy, comorbidities, and patient preference.
  • Both surgical and percutaneous revascularization have well-defined roles in the management of obstructive coronary artery disease.
  • Multidisciplinary heart team discussion is crucial for optimizing treatment decisions in complex CAD cases.