“How painful is bypass surgery?”
I will have heart bypass surgery. How painful is bypass surgery?
2 Answers
CardiacElectrophysiologistCardiology
Coronary artery bypass surgery is major surgery but is generally well tolerated. Sternal healing generally takes 4-6 wks but can take longer. The subjective perception of pain post bypass is quite variable. In general, little old ladies seem to complain less than younger more active males.