What are the outcomes of coronary artery bypass grafting compared to percutaneous coronary intervention with drug-eluting stents for patients with multivessel coronary artery disease?
Studies have shown that coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) and percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) with drug-eluting stents are both safe and effective treatments for multivessel coronary artery disease. A meta-analysis of 24,268 patients found that CABG was associated with a lower rate of major adverse events, including death, myocardial infarction, and stroke, at 1 year compared to PCI with drug-eluting stents. However, PCI was associated with fewer procedural complications and shorter hospital stays. The choice of treatment should be based on the individual patient's clinical condition, and a multidisciplinary approach is recommended.