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Minimally invasive heart surgery
Minimally invasive heart surgery is an advanced surgical technique that offers a less traumatic alternative to traditional open-heart surgery. If you’re considering this option, understanding its benefits and what to expect can help you make an informed decision.
What is Minimally Invasive Heart Surgery?
Unlike traditional open-heart surgery, where a large incision is made through the breastbone, minimally invasive heart surgery involves small incisions between the ribs. This approach allows the surgeon to access your heart without cutting through major bones, reducing the overall impact on your body.
Types of Minimally Invasive Surgery
Two common methods include robot-assisted surgery and thoracoscopic surgery. In robot-assisted surgery, the surgeon uses a robotic system for precise movements through tiny incisions, offering enhanced precision. Thoracoscopic surgery involves the use of a small camera (thoracoscope) inserted through a small incision, allowing the surgeon to see inside your chest and perform the necessary procedure with specialized instruments.
Benefits
This type of surgery generally leads to less pain, fewer complications, and a shorter hospital stay compared to open-heart surgery. Recovery times are often quicker, allowing you to return to normal activities sooner. The smaller incisions also mean less scarring, which can be a significant consideration for many patients.
Dr. T. S. Kler
Chairman & HOD - BLK-Max Heart & Vascular Institute, Chairman Pan Max - Electrophysiology
Critical Cardiology, Non-Invasive Cardiology, Interventional Cardiology, Nuclear Cardiology, Cardiology, Electrophysiology And Arrhythmia Services, Technology For Heart Care Experience: 37+ Years
Dr Anil Bhan
Chairman, Cardiac Surgery, Cardiac Care, MCh (CTVS) , MS(General Surgery) , M.B.B.S.
Dr. Bhan is an outstanding cardiovascular surgeon and a graduate from Medical College Srinagar (Best outgoing graduate-Gold Medalist).
Dr Balbir Singh
Group Chairman - Cardiac Sciences, Pan Max & Chief of Interventional Cardiology and Electrophysiology, Max Saket
Cardiac Sciences, Cardiology, Cardiac Electrophysiology-Pacemaker, Interventional Cardiology Experience: 32+ Years
Dr. Sushant Srivastava
Chairperson Heart & Lungs Transplant MBBS, MS, MCh
MBBS, Patna Medical College, Patna, India MS (General Surgery), Patna Medical College, Patna, India, 1991 MCh (Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery), All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India, 1994
Dr Ajay Kaul
CHAIRMAN CARDIAC SCIENCE | Fortis Noida Cardiac Sciences | MBBS, MS (General Surgery), M.Ch (Cardiothoracic Surgery),
Adult CTVS (Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery) | Heart Transplant | Heart & Lung Transplant
Dr Ramji Mehrotra
Vice Chairman - Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery Heart & Vascular Institute, Cardiothoracic And Vascular Surgery, Technology For Heart Care, Cardiac Intensive Care
Vice Chairman & Chief in Cardio Thoracic and Vascular Surgery (CTVS) Department at BLK Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi.
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