Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery

Cardiovascular and thoracic surgery are specialized fields within surgery that focus on diseases and conditions of the heart, lungs, and other organs in the chest. These two specialties often overlap due to the close anatomical and functional relationships between the cardiovascular and respiratory systems.

Specialized Care and Treatments:

• Heart Conditions: Treatment of heart diseases including coronary artery disease, heart valve diseases, heart failure, and congenital heart defects.
• Vascular Diseases: Surgical management of conditions affecting the blood vessels, such as aneurysms, peripheral artery disease, and carotid artery disease.
• Mediastinal Conditions: Treatment of diseases affecting the area between the lungs, such as thymomas and other mediastinal tumors.
• Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG): Creating new pathways for blood to flow to the heart by bypassing blocked arteries.
• VATS (Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery): Minimally invasive surgery using small incisions and a camera to perform procedures on the lungs, esophagus, and other thoracic organs.
• Overlap in Conditions: Many conditions, such as certain cancers and congenital defects, require both cardiovascular and thoracic expertise.
• Pulmonary Function Tests: Assess lung capacity and function before thoracic surgery
• Intensive Monitoring: Patients often require close monitoring in intensive care units (ICUs) after surgery.
• Cardiovascular and thoracic surgery are integral parts of modern medicine, focusing on the treatment of complex and often life-threatening conditions of the heart, lungs, and chest. These specialties not only involve intricate surgical procedures but also rely heavily on advanced technology and interdisciplinary collaboration to provide comprehensive care. The goal is to improve patient outcomes through both surgical and non-surgical interventions, ensuring that individuals with cardiovascular and thoracic conditions receive the best possible care.