Introduction Pericarditis is a condition where the thin sac around your heart, called the pericardium, becomes inflamed. This inflammation of the heart lining can cause
Introduction Double valve replacement surgery is a life-saving procedure for people with severe heart valve problems. This surgery replaces two damaged heart valves with artificial
What is a Lobectomy? A lobectomy is a surgery to remove one section, or lobe, of the lung. Doctors often use this treatment for lung
Mediastinal tumors are growths that develop in the area between your lungs, called the mediastinum. This space holds your heart, major blood vessels, and other
What is a Pneumonectomy? Pneumonectomy is a type of lung removal surgery. In this procedure, doctors take out one entire lung. Usually, this surgery is
What is Blunt Cardiac Trauma? Blunt cardiac trauma happens when the heart gets injured by a strong force to the chest. This type of heart
When you need a new heart valve, you have two main choices. These are mechanical and bio prosthetic valves. In this blog, we will explain
What is Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement? Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement is a procedure to fix a damaged aortic valve in the heart. The aortic valve
What is Aortic Stenosis? Aortic stenosis is a type of heart valve disease. It happens when the aortic valve, which controls blood flow from the
What is Mitral Valve Replacement? Mitral valve replacement is a heart surgery. Doctors use this procedure to replace a damaged mitral valve with a new
What is Rheumatic Heart Valve Damage? Rheumatic heart valve damage happens when the heart’s valves are harmed by rheumatic fever. This condition often starts after
Introduction The intra aortic balloon pump is a special heart support device. Doctors use it to help the heart when it is weak or under
What is a Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD)? A Ventricular Septal Defect, or VSD, is a common heart defect in children. It means there is a
What is Atrial Septal Defect (ASD)? Atrial Septal Defect (ASD) is a heart condition present at birth. It means there is a hole in the
What is a Heart Lung Machine? The heart lung machine is a special medical device. It takes over the job of your heart and lungs
