Indications for Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery : The modalities of treatment for coronary artery disease iuc: (1) medical, (2) angioplasty and stenting, and (3) coronary artery bypass surgery.
The patient's symptoms, nature and number of blocks, suitability of distal vessels for grafting and left ventricular function have to be taken into account before deciding on surgical treatment. Assessment of viability of myocardium will help in identifying patients who will benefits from surgery.