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Suggest Precautions During Recovery Phase Of CABG Surgery
I recently had CABG surgery aprox 2 months ago. I turned my trunk and felt a pop in my solar plexus area. The surgeon stated that it was my xiphoid process and I should take it easy and see if it heals on its own. What restrictions should I follow to speed healing and how long will it take to heal?
Mon, 20 Jul 2015
Hello,
You may be having fracture in the xiphoid process which is done to increase exposure of the heart. It takes some time to unite which can be up to 3 month to 5.
I would recommend you to avoid any turning or sudden movement. Also take regular calcium and vitamin D 3.
I hope these steps will be helpful for you. Let me know if there is any other followup questions.
thanks
You may be having fracture in the xiphoid process which is done to increase exposure of the heart. It takes some time to unite which can be up to 3 month to 5.
I would recommend you to avoid any turning or sudden movement. Also take regular calcium and vitamin D 3.
I hope these steps will be helpful for you. Let me know if there is any other followup questions.
thanks
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