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Vascular reconstructive surgery following myocardial revascularization.

W H Edwards, J L Mulherin, W E Walker

    Annals of Surgery
    |June 1, 1978
    PubMed
    Summary

    Patients surviving coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) have a near-normal life expectancy and are suitable candidates for further surgical procedures. This study reviewed 74 vascular surgeries in 53 patients, showing good outcomes for survivors.

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    Area of Science:

    • Cardiovascular Surgery
    • Vascular Surgery
    • Surgical Risk Assessment

    Background:

    • Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) is a common procedure for managing coronary artery disease.
    • Historically, patients undergoing CABG were considered high-risk for subsequent surgeries.
    • Recent data suggests improved outcomes and potentially lower cardiac risk in patients with prior CABG undergoing further procedures.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the safety and outcomes of major vascular reconstructive procedures in patients with a history of CABG.
    • To determine if patients with prior CABG are acceptable surgical risks for non-cardiac vascular operations.
    • To assess the impact of sequential surgical procedures on patient survival and morbidity.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective review of 74 major vascular reconstructive procedures performed in 53 patients.

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  • Procedures included cerebrovascular surgery (29), femoro-popliteal bypass (20), aneurysmectomy (9), and aortic bypass (16).
  • Concurrent abdominal operations (22) were also analyzed.

    • Main Results:

    • A total of 53 patients underwent 74 major vascular procedures.
    • Twenty-two abdominal operations were performed with no significant morbidity or mortality.
    • There were 2 postoperative deaths and 3 subsequent deaths, with 48 survivors continuing to do well.

    Conclusions:

    • Patients who have undergone CABG are suitable candidates for major vascular reconstructive surgery.
    • Sequential surgical procedures in patients with a history of CABG can be performed with acceptable morbidity and mortality.
    • Careful selection and planning of surgical procedures are critical for optimizing survival in this patient population.