Coronary Areriography and Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery.

Abstract

SUMMARY: In summary, it may be stated that coronary arteriography and coronary artery bypass surg ery have attained a confirmed status in the management of patients with ischaemic heart disease. CABS provides Consistent and long lasting symptomatic and functional improvement in the vast majority of patients in whom it is so • intended and prolóngs life in certain selected patients. Coronary arteriography is readily avail-. able and efforts are being made to make CABS available to well selected patient with ischaemic disease in Pakistan. Possible ways and means to adapt to our local circumstances and limitations are suggested.