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Cardiothoracic Services
Cardiothoracic surgeons support and guide the patient to obtain a full recovery where possible with honesty, trust, and immense care.
Our medical professionals approach patients with immense empathy and genuine care, ensuring that all our patients receive comprehensive support throughout the entire journey.
Collective professional skills of the medical team are crucial in performing intricate procedures such as heart valve replacements and transplants.
Cardiothoracic surgeons play a critical role in diagnosing conditions, discussing treatment options, and providing post-operative care and follow-up procedures.
Specialise in treating a wide range of diseases and conditions in the chest, including the daunting challenges of coronary artery disease, atrial fibrillation, and aortic issues like aneurysms.
Specialists in the field of complex cases of heart and lung transplants, as well as lung diseases like cancer and emphysema.
With sincere concern for the well-being of their patients, Cardiothoracic surgeons offer an abundance of hope and healing to those bravely facing cardiothoracic difficulties and excel in delivering treatments for a wide range of thoracic conditions.
Thoracic Surgery.
Thoracic surgery focuses on the diagnosis, management, and treatment of conditions affecting the organs located in the chest cavity.
This includes the heart, lungs, esophagus, and other thoracic structures.
Thoracic Surgery is an intricate field that requires comprehensive knowledge and specialized skills.
The Expertise of Accurate Diagnosis
When faced with symptoms or abnormalities in the Thoracic region, accurate diagnosis is crucial for appropriate treatment. Cardiothoracic surgeons have extensive expertise in employing advanced diagnostic techniques to identify and evaluate these thoracic conditions.
Through varied tests they can do an accurate diagnostic by utilizing imaging technologies such as X-rays, computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and positron emission tomography (PET) scans to visualize and assess the underlying issues.
The Therapeutic Approach
These minimally invasive techniques reduce post-surgical pain, minimize scarring, and facilitate a speedier return to normal life. One such procedure is video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS), which allows surgeons to perform intricate surgeries through small incisions using a video camera and specialized tools.
Palliative Care for Thoracic Conditions
In cases where a cure may not be possible, Cardiothoracic surgeons employ palliative care techniques to improve the quality of life for patients with thoracic conditions. Palliative surgery aims to relieve symptoms, manage complications, and enhance overall comfort.
This approach, combined with compassionate patient care, ensures that individuals with advanced thoracic malignancies or chronic conditions receive the support they need.
Expertise in Lung Malignancies
A significant area of expertise lies in the management of lung malignancies. Treating diverse types of lung cancers with precision in aid of the removal of cancerous tumors and preserving lung function.
Thoracic Reconstruction and Pectus Excavatum Surgery
Cardiothoracic surgeons also specialize in thoracic reconstruction, particularly in cases of Pectus excavatum, a chest wall deformity commonly known as sunken chest. This condition negatively impacts both physical and psychological well-being. Surgeons skilled in Pectus excavatum surgery utilize advanced techniques to correct the deformity, improve breathing, and enhance the overall appearance of the chest.