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September 10, 2025BMC Public HealthOpen Access

Return to work after coronary artery bypass graft surgery and investigation of its effects on patient

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Descriptive study examines postoperative return to work in CABG patients, highlighting socio-demographic factors and support.

Average time to return to work post-surgery was 4.10 months, reflecting significant recovery needs.
About 35% of patients reported physical problems like shortness of breath and fatigue while working.
Support from family members during the return to work process was noted in 91.7% of patients.
Most patients found the work life information received during discharge training sufficient for their needs.

Demirkol et al. (2025) studied this question.

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