Cardiac Rehabilitation in Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery

The Effects of Preoperative and Postoperative Cardiac Rehabilitation in Patients Undergoing Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery

This randomized controlled trial investigates the comparative effects of a combined preoperative and postoperative cardiac rehabilitation program versus a postoperative-only program on functional capacity, pulmonary function, peripheral muscle strength, pain, kinesiophobia, and quality of life in patients undergoing coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery. The study aims to determine whether initiating rehabilitation prior to surgery improves short-term postoperative outcomes.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Having undergone coronary artery bypass graft surgery
• Ejection Fraction (EF) > 40%
• Being between the ages of 18-65
• Being able to speak, read and understand in their own language
• Volunteering to participate in the study

Exclusion Criteria:

• Having an active or suspected infection
• Presence of an active tumour
• History of thrombophlebitis or pulmonary embolism within the last 3 months
• Having an orthopaedic, neurological or cardiovascular disease that may affect the assessments