Cardiac Treatment

Tailored Strategies for Recovery

Cardiac surgery, also known as heart surgery, encompasses a variety of procedures performed on the heart or its surrounding vessels to correct congenital and acquired abnormalities, repair or replace heart valves, restore adequate blood flow, and treat ischemic heart disease, among other conditions. These surgeries are critical for improving the quality of life, prolonging survival, and addressing life-threatening cardiac conditions.

Treatments Available

Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG): Often referred to as heart bypass or bypass surgery, CABG is the most common type of heart surgery. It's performed to improve blood flow to the heart by using arteries or veins from other parts of the body to bypass the blocked coronary arteries.

Valve Repair or Replacement: Heart valves that do not open or close properly can be repaired or replaced to restore normal blood flow through the heart. Valve replacement involves substituting the faulty valve with an artificial valve or a biological valve from a pig, cow, or human heart donor.

Aortic Aneurysm Repair: Surgery to repair or replace a section of the aorta that is bulging or torn (aneurysm) to prevent rupture, which could be life-threatening.

Heart Transplant: A surgical option for patients with end-stage heart failure or severe heart damage, where the diseased heart is replaced with a healthy heart from a deceased donor.

Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR): A minimally invasive procedure that allows for the replacement of the aortic valve through a catheter without needing open-heart surgery. It's particularly beneficial for patients who are considered high-risk for traditional surgery.

Pacemaker or Defibrillator Installation: Involves placing a device that helps manage irregular heartbeats. Pacemakers regulate slow heart rhythms, while defibrillators correct dangerous arrhythmias.

Maze Procedure: A surgical treatment for atrial fibrillation (AFib) that creates a 'maze' of new electrical pathways to allow for effective heart rhythm management.