Minimally Invasive Heart Surgery

When heart surgery is mentioned, the first image that comes to mind is usually a major operation involving opening the chest. However, thanks to advances in medicine, less invasive methods called minimally invasive heart surgery have become increasingly common. These methods are performed through smaller incisions compared to traditional open-heart surgery and offer numerous advantages to patients.

Minimally invasive heart surgery is a surgical approach used in the treatment of heart diseases that is less traumatic than conventional open-heart surgery. In this method, instead of fully opening the chest, small incisions or natural body openings are used to access the heart. This allows patients to benefit from advantages such as less pain, faster recovery, and reduced risk of complications.

Minimally invasive heart surgery can be used in the treatment of various heart conditions. The most common applications are:

• Coronary artery disease: Narrowing or blockages in the coronary arteries that supply the heart can be bypassed using minimally invasive techniques.
• Heart valve disease: Narrowing or insufficiency of heart valves can be repaired or replaced with minimally invasive methods.
• Congenital heart defects: Some congenital heart defects can be closed or corrected using minimally invasive techniques.
• Heart rhythm disorders: Certain procedures used to treat heart rhythm disorders can be performed with minimally invasive methods.
• Heart tumors: Benign or malignant tumors in the heart can be removed using minimally invasive techniques.
• Aortic aneurysm: Enlargement or ballooning of the aorta can be treated with minimally invasive techniques.

Minimally invasive heart surgery offers several advantages compared to traditional open-heart surgery:

Less pain: Since smaller incisions are used, postoperative pain is reduced, and patients require fewer painkillers.
Faster recovery: Patients recover more quickly and can return to daily activities earlier.
Lower risk of complications: The risks of complications such as infection, bleeding, and wound healing problems are lower.
Less scarring: Smaller incisions result in less noticeable scars and better aesthetic outcomes.
Shorter hospital stay: Patients are generally discharged sooner, reducing hospital costs.
Reduced need for blood transfusions: Minimally invasive techniques reduce blood loss, thereby decreasing the need for transfusions.
Lower mortality risk: Some studies have shown that minimally invasive heart surgery reduces the risk of mortality.

Minimally invasive heart surgery can be performed using different techniques. The most commonly used types are:

• Minimally Invasive Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG): In this technique, bypass is performed on the coronary arteries through small incisions without fully opening the chest.
• Minimally Invasive Heart Valve Surgery: Heart valves can be repaired or replaced through small incisions or via catheter.
• Robotic Heart Surgery: In this technique, the surgeon operates from a console and controls robotic arms to perform the surgery, allowing for more precise and controlled procedures.
• Thoracoscopic Heart Surgery: Surgery is performed using a small camera and specialized instruments inserted into the chest cavity.
• Catheter-Based Procedures: Certain heart conditions can be treated through catheter-based interventions, such as balloon valvuloplasty for heart valve stenosis.

Like any surgical intervention, minimally invasive heart surgery carries certain risks. These include bleeding, infection, heart rhythm disorders, stroke, and lung complications. However, thanks to minimally invasive techniques, these risks are lower compared to traditional open-heart surgery.

The recovery process after minimally invasive heart surgery is faster compared to traditional open-heart surgery. Patients can usually stand and walk within a few days after the surgery. The hospital stay generally ranges from 3 to 5 days.

After discharge, it is important for patients to attend regular doctor check-ups and take their medications as prescribed. Additionally, adopting a healthy lifestyle, quitting smoking

A Life Health Group aims for the highest success rates in minimally invasive heart surgery with expert cardiovascular surgeons, state-of-the-art medical devices, and modern operating rooms. We strive to provide the best service to our patients before, during, and after surgery.

The advantages of A Life Health Group in minimally invasive heart surgery include:

• Expert Team: We work with a team of experienced cardiovascular surgeons, cardiologists, anesthesiologists, and nurses.
• State-of-the-Art Technology: We use advanced medical devices and modern operating rooms in surgeries. Advanced techniques such as minimally invasive and robotic surgery are applied.
• Patient-Centered Approach: We prioritize the needs and expectations of our patients, creating personalized treatment plans.
• High Success Rate: We achieve high success rates in minimally invasive heart surgery and place great importance on patient satisfaction.
• Comprehensive Services: We provide preoperative counseling, postoperative follow-up, and rehabilitation services.

For detailed information about minimally invasive heart surgery or other heart health matters, and to schedule an appointment, you can visit our website or contact us via our phone numbers.

Remember, with early diagnosis and treatment, you can protect your heart health and improve your quality of life.