hjärtsoperationer

Hjärtaoperationer, also known as cardiac surgery, refers to surgical procedures performed on the heart. These operations are typically necessary to treat conditions affecting the heart's structure or function that cannot be adequately managed with medication or less invasive treatments. The field of cardiac surgery has advanced significantly, allowing for a wide range of interventions.

Common reasons for heart surgery include coronary artery disease, where blockages in the arteries limit blood flow to the heart muscle. Procedures like coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) are used to reroute blood flow around these blockages. Valve disease, which affects the heart's ability to properly open and close its valves, can also necessitate surgery. Valve repair or replacement is performed to restore normal valve function. Congenital heart defects, present from birth, may also require surgical correction.

Other cardiac surgeries include procedures to repair a damaged aorta, treat arrhythmias (irregular heartbeats) with devices like pacemakers or ablations, or address conditions of the heart muscle itself, such as cardiomyopathy. Modern cardiac surgery often involves minimally invasive techniques, which use smaller incisions and specialized instruments, leading to faster recovery times and reduced complications compared to traditional open-heart surgery. The decision to undergo heart surgery is made after thorough evaluation by a cardiologist and cardiac surgeon, considering the patient's overall health and the specific cardiac condition.