Postoperative Management of Patients Undergoing Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting

Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) is the most frequently performed cardiac surgery worldwide. Improvements in operative technique and perioperative care have led to a significant reduction in associated morbidity and mortality. Achieving optimal outcomes requires meticulous surgical technique that is complemented by comprehensive postoperative care. This review aims to summarize the principles of postoperative care following CABG based on latest evidence and our extensive institutional experience. Immediate postoperative care in the intensive care unit focuses on management of acute cardiorespiratory issues, bleeding, and pain management. Ward care focuses of ensuring a smooth transition from inpatient treatment to outpatient recovery. Protocolized postoperative interventions, including Enhanced Recovery after Surgery-cardiac and emerging applications of automation and artificial intelligence, are transforming postoperative CABG care by promoting faster recovery, reducing complications, and enabling more personalized, data-driven decision-making.

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  2026

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  Heart Surgery Forum

• Publication date

  2026-01-22

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  DOI 10.31083/hsf50271
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