Tangerang, IO – Heart & Vascular Center Bethsaida Hospital presents innovation in handling heart and blood vessel problems by introducing Minimally Invasive Heart Surgery services performed by dr. Wirya Ayu Graha, Sp.BTKV, Subsp.JD, Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Specialist, Adult Heart Surgery Subspecialist. This surgical technique (minimally invasive bypass and heart valve surgery) is one of the leading services of the Heart & Vascular Center Bethsaida Hospital in addition to cardiac interventional medical procedures such as coronary stents in the heart’s blood vessels and the latest using DEB (Drug-Eluted Balloon) or other heart procedures.
Minimally Invasive Heart Surgery has not been widely performed in Indonesia and is specifically designed to provide a safer, more comfortable, and efficient alternative treatment for patients who require heart surgery, with a shorter recovery period. This procedure also requires training and certification because it uses techniques that require special expertise.
What is minimally invasive heart surgery?
Minimally invasive heart surgery is a procedure performed through one or more small incisions in the body, as opposed to open-heart surgery, which typically involves one long incision in the front of the chest. In this procedure, the surgeon uses a camera and special tools that are inserted through the incisions. The special tools are then guided between the ribs to reach the heart. This minimally invasive technique offers advantages such as fewer scars, less pain, and faster recovery compared to open-heart surgery, which usually requires cutting the sternum to access the heart.
“This surgical technique provides many benefits for patients, including reducing the risk of infection, reducing post-operative pain, and speeding up recovery time. With a minimally invasive approach, we can provide more optimal care and support the patient’s quality of life after surgery, such as being able to return to work sooner,” explained dr. Wirya Ayu Graha, Sp.BTKV, Subsp.JD.
What conditions can be treated with minimally invasive heart surgery?
Minimally invasive heart surgery may be recommended for the following conditions or complaints:
- Blockage of the heart arteries: Coronary bypass graft surgery procedures in patients with multiple blockages
- Heart valve problems: Repair or replace damaged heart valves, such as the mitral or aortic valve, with smaller incisions
- Holes in the heart: Treatment of defects a hole in the wall/atrial septum (ASD)
- Heart rhythm disorders: Treatment of arrhythmias such as atrial fibrillation with lower risk and faster recovery.
- Heart tumors: Removal of benign tumors in the heart
- Pacemaker implantation: Installation of a pacemaker or defibrillator with minimal incisions
Minimally invasive heart surgery procedures
Minimally invasive heart surgery usually takes three to five hours. During minimally invasive heart surgery, a heart surgeon will:
- Make one or more small incisions on the side of your chest
- Use special, longer-than-usual surgical instruments
- Guide tools between your ribs to reach your heart
- Repair your heart, from replacing a heart valve, implanting a device, or removing a tumor
- Close the incisions with stitches
Advantages of minimally invasive heart surgery
Compared to open-heart surgery, minimally invasive heart surgery may offer the following benefits: speed up recovery; less blood loss; less visible scars; lower risk of bleeding or infection; less pain; and short-term inpatient hospitalization.
Why choose Bethsaida Hospital?
Bethsaida Hospital focuses on improving superior services, especially in the Heart & Vascular Center. By using the latest medical technology and experienced medical personnel, Bethsaida Hospital’s Heart & Vascular Center is committed to providing heart care for all conditions, one of which is through minimally invasive heart surgery services, and strives to meet the increasingly complex needs of patients while maintaining their comfort and safety.
“Bethsaida Hospital continues to focus on developing superior services in our centers, especially the Heart & Vascular Center. This is related to the high death rate due to heart disease in Indonesia. Therefore, we are very proud to be able to present minimally invasive heart surgery services handled by dr. Wirya Ayu Graha, Sp.BTKV, Subsp.JD. This is one of our efforts to continue to innovate in providing high-quality health services and focusing on patient comfort and safety,” said dr. Pitono, Director of Bethsaida Hospital.
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Solutions for faster recovery and low complication rates
With this more advanced surgical technique, patients get satisfactory surgical results and immediately return to normal activities. A faster recovery process allows patients to return to their daily lives more quickly without having to worry about long-term complications.
Bethsaida Hospital invites the public to consult and learn more about Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery services at the Heart & Vascular Center Bethsaida Hospital. We are ready to help you and your family maintain heart health with integrated One Stop Service, friendly, professional staff, and supported by the latest medical technology. (*)