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Is Anemia Common After Heart Bypass Surgery?

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As a result, the heart doesnt receive enough oxygen-rich blood, which can lead to chest pain, shortness of breath, or even a heart attack. During CABG, a surgeon takes a healthy blood vessel from another part of the bodyusually the chest, leg, or armand uses it to bypass the blocked coronary artery.

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Understanding an Enlarged Heart (Cardiomegaly): Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

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There are numerous factors that can lead to cardiomegaly, ranging from temporary conditions to chronic diseases. Both forms of enlargement may compromise the heart’s ability to pump blood efficiently, leading to further complications like heart failure. What Causes an Enlarged Heart? Here are some of the most common causes: 1.