Objective
Stroke is acknowledged as a devastating complication post coronary artery bypass grafting surgery (CABG), that may reduce the quality of life and increase mortality. The incidence of post-CABG stroke results in more hospital mortality, longer times of hospital stays, and raises the costs of hospital and rehabilitative support. Having knowledge about risk factors of stroke after CABG could help to define the best approach to reduce post-CABG strokes.
Materials and methods
In this study, we reviewed the risk factors associated with stroke after CABG and the strategies for reducing the risk of stroke.
Result
According to the evaluation of this study, the incidence rate of stroke after CABG was between 1.2% and 4.2%. The most prevalent risk factors for stroke after CABG are advanced age, previous stroke, atrial fibrillation, carotid artery disease, and diabetes mellitus.
Conclusion
Moreover, off-pump coronary artery bypass graft and epiaortic ultrasonography have a positive effect on reducing the incidence of stroke post-CABG.
