We don’t always know what causes carpal tunnel syndrome. In fact, in most cases no obvious cause can be found. However, any condition that lessens the amount of space in the carpal tunnel or narrows the tunnel can potentially result in compression of the median nerve within the tunnel. Such conditions usually result in swelling […]
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Cardiac bypass surgery is an operation to restore the flow of blood through the arteries that supply blood to the heart, when a blockage or partial blockage occurs in these arteries. The arteries that supply the heart muscle with oxygen and nutrients are known as the coronary arteries. The word “coronary” means a crown, and
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CTS can be triggered by long hours of poor posture (slouching, jutting the chin forward) and work that encourages the wrists to be bent up, in, or out. Activities that foster these conditions include: Using vibrating tools Cutting Crocheting, knitting, sewing Using hand tools, particularly those used for turning or twisting (screwdrivers, wrenches) Bicycling, house
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There are two main coronary arteries supplying blood to the heart, the left coronary artery and the right coronary artery. The left main coronary artery, which splits into two further branches known as the left anterior descending artery and the left circumflex artery, supplies most of the heart with blood; thus if it is diseased, can cause major
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A doctor will take a careful medical history, asking about: The symptoms and what brings them on How long you’ve had them What makes them worse or better Your general medical background The doctor will examine your hands, wrists, elbows, shoulders, and neck to check for nerve compression or other problems, and may perform a
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After bypass surgery, the blood supply to the area of the heart that was previously restricted due to narrowing of the artery supplying that area, is restored. The blocked artery has now been bypassed. Bypass surgery may improve quality of life and increase the life span. In some cases, it may do both. In other
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Except in emergencies, patients and their doctors have time to prepare for bypass surgery. In addition to the various tests, you will have time to meet the surgical team and ask them questions about the procedure. If you wish, you will also be able to plan donations of your own blood, or have family members
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Just before the surgery, you will be given a mild sedative. If you are a man, your chest will be shaved. If blood vessels are to be taken from your legs, they will be shaved too. You will then be moved to the operating room. The operating room can be intimidating and feel cold at first,
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Need To Know: The usual length of hospital stay after bypass surgery is 3 to 7 days. It takes about 4 to 6 weeks to recover following surgery, and about 6 weeks to return to normal activity, though it takes about 12 weeks for the breastbone to heal. The Intensive Care Unit (ICU) will be
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Any medical procedure has possible risks and complications. The most common risks in bypass surgery include: Too much bleeding, requiring more surgery Infection of the wound Stroke, the sudden death of brain cells due to lack of oxygen caused by a blockage Blood clots Organ failure (liver, kidney, lung) Heart attacks occur in 5% to 10%
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You will have a checkup with the cardiologist about 7 to 10 days after you go home. During this visit, the cardiologist will discuss your recovery, make recommendations for improving your lifestyle, and fine-tune your medications if necessary. By the sixth week after surgery, most people resume almost all of their regular activities. You can
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In addition to bypass surgery, there are two other types of treatment for coronary artery disease: Medication Angioplasty Medication Medication is useful for patients with disease in the earlier stages with just one or two arteries that are partially blocked. It is also useful if for some reason your coronary artery disease cannot be treated
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