• I have very high blood pressure . Will it cause any complications if I have heart surgery?

I am a hypertension patient and I have been diagnosed with 4 blocks in my heart. I am undergoing bypass surgery to correct this. Will my high blood pressure impact the surgery?

3 Answers

  • Cardiothoracic Surgeon
  • Phoenix, AZ

It could.

  • Cardiothoracic Surgeon
  • Asheville, NC

Try to get it lower

  • Cardiothoracic Surgeon
  • Atlanta, GA

No, your blood pressure will be managed, but the team will take care of you with IV and then po (by mouth) medications.

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