Which vessel is most commonly used to bypass a damaged coronary artery in coronary bypass surgery?

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The great saphenous vein is the most commonly used vessel to bypass a damaged coronary artery in coronary bypass surgery. It is a large vein located in the leg that is often harvested for this procedure. The other options listed (azygos vein, femoral artery, and internal carotid artery) are not typically used for this purpose.

Which Vessel Is Most Commonly Used to Bypass a Damaged