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Heart function is not affected the day after bypass surgery, but driving is not recommended for at least 4-6 weeks, mainly due to safety concerns around steering and possible sternum pain.
Yes. A second bypass operation has become a standard procedure, since many patients today are operated on in their late 60s and 70s and may need a repeat procedure later in life.
Not always — it depends on the extent and location of blockages. For mild-to-moderate blockages, medical therapy or angioplasty may be preferable to bypass surgery in certain conditions.