CARDIOTHORACIC SURGERY
CARDIOTHORACIC SURGERY
Cardiothoracic surgery, also known as thoracic surgery or cardiac surgery, is a specialized field of surgery that focuses on the treatment of diseases affecting the organs within the chest, including the heart and lungs. It involves surgical interventions to correct structural abnormalities, repair damaged tissues, and improve the overall function of the cardiothoracic system. Cardiothoracic surgeons are highly skilled professionals who perform a range of procedures, such as coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), heart valve repair or replacement, lung resection, and transplantation. During cardiothoracic surgery, the patient is placed under general anesthesia, ensuring a painless and unconscious state throughout the procedure. The surgeon makes incisions in the chest to access the affected area, often using minimally invasive techniques to minimize trauma and promote faster recovery. Advanced surgical tools, including robotic-assisted technology, may be employed to enhance precision and improve outcomes. Cardiothoracic surgery requires a multidisciplinary team approach, with collaboration between surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive and specialized care.
The primary goals of cardiothoracic surgery are to treat and manage conditions that affect the heart and lungs, such as coronary artery disease, congenital heart defects, heart failure, lung cancer, and thoracic trauma. These procedures aim to restore normal heart and lung function, alleviate symptoms, improve quality of life, and extend survival rates. While cardiothoracic surgery is a major surgical intervention that carries risks inherent to any surgical procedure, advancements in surgical techniques, anesthesia, and post-operative care have significantly improved patient outcomes. With meticulous planning, skilled surgeons, and state-of-the-art facilities, cardiothoracic surgery plays a vital role in the treatment of complex cardiothoracic conditions, offering patients the opportunity for better health and improved longevity.
Reasons why a Cardiothoracic Surgery may work for you
Life-saving procedures
Improved heart function
Enhanced quality of life
Correcting heart defects
Treating heart disease
Restoring heart health
Reasons to consider doing an Cardiothoracic Surgery
To address complex heart conditions with surgical precision
Cardiothoracic surgery becomes necessary to address complex heart conditions with surgical precision, particularly in situations where heart or lung conditions are not adequately controlled with medication, aiming to prevent further complications.
To improve heart function and overall cardiovascular health
In a situation when heart or lung condition is not being adequately controlled with medication, cardiothoracic surgery may be necessary to prevent further complications.
To restore blood flow to the heart and alleviate symptoms
Cardiothoracic surgery can restore blood flow to the heart, relieve symptoms like chest pain, shortness of breath, and fatigue, achieving improved heart function and cardiovascular health.
To repair or replace damaged heart valves
Cardiothoracic surgery can repair or replace damaged heart valves, which can help to prevent heart failure. Furthermore, it can improve the heart’s ability to pump blood and prevent the heart from becoming enlarged or weak.
To treat congenital heart defects for better quality of life
Cardiothoracic surgery can improve your quality of life, help you to breathe more easily, feel more energetic, and have a better quality of life.
To reduce the risk of future heart attacks or complications
As a life-saving procedure, Cardiothoracic surgery can help to reduce your risk of future heart attacks or complications by opening up blocked coronary arteries, repairing or replacing damaged heart valves, or treating congenital heart defects.
To manage severe coronary artery disease with bypass surgery
Cardiothoracic surgery is necessary to prevent further complications when heart or lung conditions are inadequately controlled with medication. It is a crucial intervention for managing severe coronary artery disease through bypass surgery.
To correct structural abnormalities affecting heart function
If you have a heart or lung condition that medication cannot adequately control, cardiothoracic surgery may be necessary to prevent further complications. It can also effectively correct structural abnormalities that impact heart function.
To repair or replace aneurysms in the aorta
By repairing or replacing aneurysms in the aorta, opening up blocked coronary arteries, and treating congenital heart defects, Cardiothoracic surgery can help to reduce your risk of future complication.
To extend and enhance the patient's overall life expectancy
Cardiothoracic surgery can significantly extend and enhance your overall life expectancy by reducing the risk of future heart attacks.