Singer Mangey Khan has passed away at the age of 49 after undergoing bypass surgery; an expert reveals the complications associated with the procedure. (Image: X)
Famous folk singer from Rajasthan, Mangey KhanKhan died at age 49 after recently undergoing heart bypass surgery. As part of the Barmer Boys, Khan performed 200 concerts in 20 countries with the group in Europe, North America and Asia. For the uninitiated, bypass surgery is the most common and studied procedure for blockages in the coronary arteries. Technological advances have made bypass a very safe procedure.
Also known as coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), it is performed to treat patients suffering from coronary artery disease (CAD). The main goal of this surgery is to restore blood flow to the heart muscles that are blocked or narrowed. When blood flow is interrupted, the risk of heart attack, stroke, or angina increases significantly, highlighting the need for immediate medical treatment.
Times Now Digital spoke to Dr Bipeenchandra Bhamre, Consultant Cardiac Surgeon, Sir HN Reliance Foundation Hospital and Research Centre, Mumbai, to understand the complications associated with bypass surgery.
Complications associated with bypass surgery
“Complications after bypass surgery range between 1% and 1.5%, with a success rate of up to 99%,” said Dr Bipeenchandra. He further revealed, “The severity of these complications varies from patient to patient depending on their condition. This may include immediate problems like bleeding after surgery, arrhythmia, deep vein thrombosis (DVT), lung problems like atelectasis (collapsed lung), pneumonia, stroke, heart attack and kidney dysfunction.”
Do’s and Don’ts After Bypass Surgery
Dr. Bipeenchandra listed a couple of dos and don’ts for patients.
- Patients should strictly follow the recovery plan suggested by the doctor as the first few weeks are considered crucial for a quick recovery.
- People should practice deep breathing exercises for more than 4 to 5 weeks after surgery to mitigate the risk of lung infection.
- Never take any type of medication or over-the-counter pills without first consulting a doctor.
- Avoid activities that can significantly increase your stress levels, such as listening to loud music, arguing with family members or relatives, or shouting.
- Use relaxation techniques such as yoga meditation to calm your mind.
However, it is important to note that the human body recovers by resting, so most of the time patients should focus solely on getting enough rest to achieve a speedy recovery and wound healing. Walking, stretching, and breathing exercises are an important part of recovery.
Avoid strenuous activities such as lifting or pushing heavy objects for at least 4 weeks after surgery. Do not put water on the incisions. Keep the incision site clean as instructed by your doctor to prevent the risk of postoperative infections. Eat heart-healthy foods. Home-cooked meals containing equal amounts of essential nutrients to improve your well-being.
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