TRADITIONAL OPEN HEART SURGERY

Discover how traditional open-heart surgery provides effective treatments for serious cardiac issues. Learn about coronary bypass, valve repair, and recovery expectations from open-heart surgery.

Life-Saving Solutions for Complex Heart Conditions

What is Traditional Open Heart Surgery?

Traditional open-heart surgery is a critical procedure in cardiology, designed for patients with severe or complex heart issues. Unlike minimally invasive methods, open-heart surgery requires a large incision to fully access the heart. This approach allows surgeons to treat coronary artery disease, repair or replace damaged heart valves, and address a range of other serious heart conditions.

Common Procedures in Traditional Open Heart Surgery

  • Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG): Coronary bypass surgery is performed to reroute blood around blocked arteries, restoring normal blood flow to the heart.

  • Valve Repair or Replacement: Heart valves can malfunction, affecting blood flow through the heart. Open-heart surgery can repair or replace these valves to restore efficient heart function.

  • Aneurysm Repair: For some patients with aortic aneurysms, open-heart surgery is necessary to repair or replace the damaged part of the aorta.