Cardiac surgery; It refers to the surgical methods used in the treatment of heart, 4 major artery and other vascular diseases. In our Cardiovascular Surgery department, treatments for diseases that can be seen in premature newborns, children and adults are provided to the appropriate patient with the right methods (open, closed, robotic surgery).

What is Cardiovascular Surgery?

The heart has the muscular structure necessary to pump blood and is one of the most important and vital organs of the body. With the help of the heart muscle, blood is delivered to all cells in the body. In this way, oxygen and nutrients are carried to the body. This organ, which is vital for human health, must be well protected, examined and monitored.

Cardiac surgery; It refers to the surgical methods used in the treatment of heart, 4 major artery and other vascular diseases. Cardiovascular surgeons specialize in opening cardiovascular blockages, replacing heart valves, rearranging heart valves in patients with heart failure, etc. surgical procedures are performed.

What Diseases Does Cardiovascular Surgery Treat?

• Heart attack
• Arteriosclerosis
• Hypertension
• heart tumor
• heart valve diseases
• Vein and artery diseases
• Aortic diseases
• Heart failure
• Congenital heart diseases
• Varicose Diseases
• Mitral Valve Insufficiency
• Buerger’s disease

What are the applications performed in Cardiovascular Surgery?

• Coronary Bypass Surgery
• Heart Valve Repair and Replacement Application
• Artery Disease Initiative
• Venous Diseases Initiative, Varicose Vein Surgery
• Hybrid Application
• Heart Surgeries with Small Incisions
• Robotic Heart Surgery
• Aortic Surgery
• Heart Failure Surgery
• Congenital Heart Diseases Surgery

Robotic Heart Surgery

These are surgeries performed with the help of a robot through small incisions without stopping the heart. Heart surgeries, which are performed with incisions as small as 15-20 cm with the normal classical method, can be performed with small incisions such as 3-5 cm with robotic heart surgery. 

Robotic heart surgery; It can be applied in mitral valve repair and replacement, holes in the upper part of the heart, arrhythmia surgeries, coronary bypass and heart tumors.

Aortic Valve Replacement or Repair

Aortic valve diseases are treated when there is severe stenosis or insufficiency. There are two options. It is the replacement or repair of the valve by surgical method. The second option is to replace the valve using the catheter method. Long-term results are better in surgical aortic valve replacements.

Coronary Bypass

Coronary bypass surgery is a surgical procedure performed to solve problems caused by blockage of the coronary arteries (vessels that feed the heart). This means that blockages cause excess fat and cholesterol deposits to build up.

Replacement arteries are placed in the blocked areas of the coronary arteries or narrowed arteries are widened. In this way, the heart is provided with better access to the oxygen and nutrients it needs and the risk of heart attack is reduced.

Heart Valve Surgeries

Heart valve surgeries are surgical procedures performed to treat congenital or acquired disorders of the heart valves. It is generally performed by open surgery. Heart valve surgeries are surgical procedures performed to treat congenital or acquired disorders of the heart valves. It is generally performed by open surgery. Frequently performed heart valve surgeries; aortic valve replacement, mitral valve disease and tricuspid valve displacement.

Minimally Invasive Surgery

Minimally invasive heart surgeries are performed from the lower part of the breast with fewer incisions than traditional heart surgery methods. With this method, the integrity of the chest wall is preserved. It also results in less pain, faster healing process and less risk of infection.

Mitral Valve Disease

The mitral valve is the valve located between the atrium and ventricle on the left side of the heart. It is a condition in which the heart regulates the direction of incoming blood flow and does not go backwards when the heart contracts. When the valve cannot perform this function, insufficiency or stenosis occurs. In such a case, if the drug treatments applied to the patient are insufficient, surgical method or catheter method mitraclip is recommended.

Which treatment option will be applied to people with mitral valve disease is determined as a result of the patient’s condition, complaints and necessary examinations. 

Aortic Rupture (Dissection)

Aortic dissection is a serious condition that occurs when the inner layer of the aortic vessel ruptures. Due to this tear, blood can leak between the wall layers of the aorta. This condition can be potentially life-threatening and requires rapid intervention. 

Complaints such as chest pain, back pain, shortness of breath, fainting, sweating, weakness, very severe abdominal pain and swelling are among the symptoms of aortic dissection (rupture).

Aortic dissection is a rare but life-threatening disease. High blood pressure is usually cited as the most obvious cause. Also among other reasons; Trauma, arteriosclerosis and genetic factors may also be involved.

Aortic dissection (rupture) is treated by surgical intervention, drug therapy and endovascular methods. The cardiovascular surgeon creates the treatment plan according to the patient’s condition and examinations.

Arteriosclerosis (Atherosclerosis)

Arteriosclerosis (Atherosclerosis) is the process of formation of vascular stenosis called plaque, which occurs as a result of the combination of fat, cholesterol and inflammatory wastes in the inner layers of the arteries. Fat deposits and blockages can be easily diagnosed with ultrasound in the superficial, easily accessible neck vein and arm vein.

Additionally, since the heart is located within the rib cage, its vascular structures can be seen with tomography or angiography. Apart from this, arteriosclerosis plaques and occlusions can be diagnosed with ECG, echocardiography and some hidden blockages, exercise stress tests and heart scintigraphy.

If the arteriosclerosis plaques are not at a certain critical level, blood thinners and cholesterol-lowering drugs are recommended to prevent clogging. Changes in lifestyle are extremely important. It is especially beneficial to stay away from fatty foods and fast food, quit smoking, balance your weight, be active and engage in sports.

If the arteriosclerosis plaques are at a level that impairs the nutrition of the heart, the vessel must be opened with a balloon or stent during angiography. In some cases, the patient’s blocked veins need to be replaced with veins taken from the patient’s leg or arm using a surgical method called Bypass.

Heart Aneurysm

A cardiac aneurysm occurs as an abnormal enlargement or bulging of the walls of the heart. This situation can negatively affect the vascular structure and cardiovascular system of the heart.

Many factors can cause heart aneurysm, from coronary artery disease to heart infections, from high blood pressure to post-traumatic damage and genetic reasons.

Many people may not be aware that a heart aneurysm exists. Because the disease does not always show obvious symptoms. However, in some cases, symptoms such as chest pain, difficulty breathing, heart rhythm disturbances, dizziness or fainting may be experienced.

Heart aneurysm can pose serious health risks if not diagnosed early. In such a case, it is important for the person to consult a cardiovascular specialist. Medical imaging methods such as ECG, echocardiogram, MRI and CT scan are used to diagnose the disease.

If the aneurysm does not pose a danger, the patient can only be kept under observation. However, if the condition is serious, treatment methods such as surgical intervention or stents may be required as it may lead to complications such as heart failure or valve problems.

Things people should pay attention to to reduce the risk of heart aneurysm: staying away from smoking, exercising regularly, eating a balanced diet, and balancing blood pressure and cholesterol levels.

Varicose Vein Surgeries

Varicose veins are enlargement. Treatment options for varicose veins vary depending on the location of the varicose vein, the diameter of the vein, and the level of leakage. There are closed and open varicose vein treatment methods. The most appropriate treatment option for the person is determined by Doppler examination and necessary tests.

Heart Tumor Treatment

Heart tumors are generally rare. However, in some cases, it can cause cancerous cells to form in the heart tissue. Early diagnosis of the tumor and selection of treatment options are determined by the general condition of the patient.