Three disciplines to follow after heart surgery

  What should patients do after heart surgery to recover well? Since the coronary arteries and heart function vary from patient to patient, regular checkups, regular medication and diet are the “three disciplines” they should follow at all times and should not be neglected.  Check-ups should be performed within six months after surgery because the peak of arterial restenosis usually occurs 1-3 months after stenting, and new coronary artery obstruction, restenosis and occlusion may still form after surgery. Therefore, to prevent and control this situation, surgical patients should first be psychologically prepared to insist on long-term continuous treatment, preferably with a full review at the hospital 3-6 months after surgery, and without strenuous exercise. After getting better, regular checkups are still needed.  Regular medication is the key heart function after heart surgery has a gradual recovery process, and the recovery after surgery will vary. Coronary artery bypass surgery only treats myocardial ischemia caused by blockage of coronary arteries, not the treatment for the cause of coronary heart disease. Post-operative recovery can be long-term small amount of oral aspirin, but also control not to appear high cholesterol and hyperlipidemia, in order to slow down the progress of post-operative venous bridge atherosclerotic lesions. Also, take the medication as prescribed during the course of the medication and do not stop taking it without permission.  Diet helps recovery just after surgery pay attention to control the occurrence of hyperlipidemia as a way to prevent and slow down the re-clogging of coronary arteries after surgery, while strengthening regulation from diet and nutrition, regular work and rest, controlling blood pressure, lowering blood lipids, and quitting smoking. Eat more foods with high protein content, such as fish and beans; eat more fresh vegetables; in addition, ensure sufficient intake of sugar, vitamins and other nutrients; at the same time, quit smoking can also reduce the recurrence of heart disease.