Dr. Kuntal Surana

Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgeon

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Minimally Invasive Heart Surgery

Minimally invasive heart surgery involves making small incisions in the right side or in the left side of the chest to reach the heart between the ribs, rather than cutting through the breastbone (sternum), as is done in open-heart surgery. Minimally invasive heart surgery can be done to treat a variety of heart conditions. Compared with open-heart surgery, this type of surgery might mean less pain and a quicker recovery for many people.

Minimally Invasive Heart Surgery

Procedures Performed

Many types of heart procedures may be performed with minimally invasive heart surgery, including:

  • Aortic valve replacement
  • Atrial septal defect closure
  • Coronary artery bypass surgery
  • Maze procedure for atrial fibrillation
  • Mitral valve repair or replacement
  • Tricuspid valve repair or replacement
  • Ventricular assist device placement

Benefits of Minimally Invasive Surgery

The potential benefits of minimally invasive heart surgery when compared with open-heart surgery can include:

  • Less blood loss
  • Lower risk of infection
  • Reduced trauma and pain
  • Shorter time in the hospital, faster recovery and quicker return to normal activities
  • Smaller, less noticeable scars

Expert Care You Can Trust

Minimally invasive heart surgery isn't right for everyone. Our team of expert doctors will work with you to determine whether it's an option to treat your condition. To determine whether minimally invasive heart surgery is the best option for you, our team will review your medical history and order tests to get more information about your heart health. Minimally invasive heart surgery is a complex surgical procedure that requires training and experience. Our team of experienced surgeons perform all types of minimally invasive heart surgeries including complex ones.

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