29/05/2026
Many people think smoking only damages the lungs.
It doesn’t.
As a cardiac surgeon, I see the damage smoking can do to the heart every day.
Smoking damages blood vessels.
It increases the risk of heart attacks and strokes.
And even after a successful bypass operation, smoking can reduce the long-term benefits of surgery.
The good news?
The moment you stop smoking, your body begins to heal.
Every cigarette you don’t smoke is a step toward protecting your heart.
Protect your bypass.
Protect your heart.
If you have questions about heart disease, smoking, or bypass surgery, write them in the comments and I’ll get back to you.
— Dr Yasir Bilal Khan
Cardiac Surgeon