There are several
types of heart surgery. If your doctor has decided you need
a heart operation, it will be performed by a cardiothoracic
or cardiac surgeon. A cardiac surgeon is a surgeon who
has specialized in surgery for problems involving the organs
of your chest: your heart, your lungs and chest blood vessels.
Some of these surgical procedures are briefly described below.
Your surgeon and a cardiothoracic nurse specialist will assist
you in preparing for your procedure.
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