Coronary Artery Bypass (CABG)

China versus the U.S.

China clinical rate

$15,000 – $30,000

$22,500

United States

$70,000 – $200,000

$135,000

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~83%

$112,500 per procedure

Prices are approximate ranges. Actual cost depends on hospital, surgeon, materials, and case complexity.

What the procedure involves.

Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) in China is performed at nationally ranked cardiac surgery centers with exceptional outcomes. Chinese cardiac surgeons routinely perform both on-pump and off-pump (beating heart) bypass procedures, as well as minimally invasive approaches. With advanced perioperative care and dedicated cardiac ICUs, China's top hospitals achieve mortality rates comparable to the best international centers.

Step by step.

1. 01

   Cardiac Assessment & Angiography

   Coronary angiography to map blockages, echocardiography to evaluate heart function, and comprehensive lab work. The surgical team determines the number of grafts needed and the surgical approach.

   Duration · 1-2 days
2. 02

   CABG Surgery

   Under general anesthesia, arterial and/or venous grafts are harvested and anastomosed to bypass blocked coronary arteries. The procedure may be performed on-pump (with cardiopulmonary bypass) or off-pump (beating heart technique).

   Duration · 3-6 hours
3. 03

   ICU Recovery

   Intensive monitoring in cardiac ICU with ventilator support, hemodynamic management, and early mobilization protocols. Most patients are extubated within 6-12 hours.

   Duration · 1-3 days
4. 04

   Ward Recovery & Rehabilitation

   Progressive mobilization, wound care, cardiac rehabilitation exercises, and medication optimization. Pre-discharge stress testing or angiography may be performed.

   Duration · 5-10 days