Heart surgery

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Heart surgery is a surgical procedure performed on the heart or its vessels to treat certain cardiovascular diseases and conditions. This article provides an overview of heart surgery, its types, indications, and potential complications.

Types of Heart Surgery[edit | edit source]

There are several types of heart surgeries, including:

  • Heart transplant: This is a surgical procedure to replace a diseased or failing heart with a healthy heart from a donor.

Indications for Heart Surgery[edit | edit source]

Heart surgery is typically recommended for patients with certain heart conditions, including:

  • Severe coronary heart disease
  • Heart valve diseases
  • Heart failure
  • Arrhythmias
  • Congenital heart defects

Potential Complications[edit | edit source]

Like any major surgery, heart surgery carries risks. Potential complications can include:

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