Benefits of Keyhole Surgeries
A keyhole cardiac surgery is a surgery that is an alternative to open heart surgery. It is performed by operating the heart through the gaps in the rib cage, without splitting the breastbone. Most of these surgeries are conducted by robots these days.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF KEYHOLE CARDIAC SURGERIES OVER OPEN HEART SURGERIES?
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Smaller Incisions
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Smaller scars
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Less pain
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Less bleeding
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Less/No infection
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Fast recovery
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This page is written for general understanding and is not medical advice. It cannot take account of your own history, and a consultation is needed before any diagnosis or treatment. Written by Dr. Mahadevan R, MBBS, MS, MCh (CVTS), Chief Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeon, Magnum Hospital, Thiruvananthapuram.