Which surgical procedure is done to restore blood flow to the myocardium when the artery is occluded?

A) cardiopulmonary bypass
B) cardioversion
C) coronary artery bypass graft
D) electrocardiography


C
Explanation: A) Cardiopulmonary bypass is used during open heart surgery.
B) Cardioversion is used to correct an arrhythmia. It is not a surgical procedure.
C) Correct!
D) Electrocardiography is a diagnostic test, not a surgical procedure.

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