What is the primary difference between Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery and Percutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty?
The primary difference between Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery and Percutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty is that the former involves making an incision in the chest and grafting a healthy blood vessel to bypass the blocked or narrowed artery, while the latter involves inserting a balloon or other device through a catheter to widen the artery. Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery is generally recommended for more complex cases, while Percutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty is less invasive and is usually performed for mild cases. Both procedures have similar success rates in terms of reducing symptoms and preventing future heart attacks. However, Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery is more invasive and has a longer recovery time.  