What Is Open-Heart Surgery?
Open‑heart surgery is a major procedure where surgeons open the chest to repair serious heart conditions such as coronary artery disease, valve disease, congenital defects and aneurysms. It includes operations like coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), valve repair or replacement and aortic aneurysm repair, and typically involves the use of a heart‑lung bypass machine. Most patients recover within several weeks and can return to long, active lives with heart‑healthy habits.
