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The dataset captures more than 100 variables spanning demographics, comorbidities, operative details, in-hospital outcomes, and longitudinal follow-up to one year. Primary outcomes include in-hospital mortality, 30-day major adverse cardiac and cerebrovascular events (MACCE), deep sternal wound infection, and unplanned reoperation. Results: The registry incorporates structured follow-up at 30 days, 3 months, 6 months, and one year, governed through three national committees overseeing data quality and dissemination. A four-tier analytical framework progresses from descriptive analyses through risk-adjusted benchmarking, validation of international risk models, and future development of a locally derived risk prediction model. Implementation commences with a pilot phase enrolling 100\u2013150 consecutive procedures across four centers over three months. Conclusions: SCAR represents the first dedicated national CABG registry in Saudi Arabia. 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