[Is age a limitation in coronary revascularization? Comparative group analysis]

It is a well known fact that in the last decade the longevity of the population has grown, which in turn has resulted in a larger group of octogenary patients being taken to coronary artery bypass procedures. Nevertheless, older age has always been considered a predisposing factor for complications. In this paper we analyze our recent experience with octogenary patients submitted to coronary artery bypass graft surgery, comparing the morbi-mortality of this group with a comparative younger age group. We found no increase in serious complications. Thus surgery should be offered irrespective of age with acceptable survival.