Philosophy
Cardiac surgery is changing. Modern innovative approaches have now replaced older, more traditional techniques for the surgical treatment of heart disease. As a result we can offer more successful and longer-lasting repair of cardiac disease, as well as cosmetically pleasing results and a faster recovery. Whilst the new approaches offer better results, the values of old remain; patient safety, satisfaction and improved quality of life.
My team and I are committed to providing peerless service and insist on the highest standards of clinical practice before, during, and after any cardiac procedure. Members of the team are amongst the most qualified, skilled, and experienced in the field of cardiac surgery and have been specifically selected for their professional and caring manner, in addition to their technical expertise.
TREATMENT GUIDE
BYPASS (CABG)
Coronary artery bypass grafting is a surgical procedure which aims to improve blood supply to the heart muscle. It can relieve symptoms of chest pain (angina), cardiac breathlessness and protect against future heart attacks.
AORTIC VALVE
The aortic valve can be damaged leading to either, not opening properly (stenosis) or not closing tightly enough and leaking (regurgitation). The aortic valve can be replaced or repaired. Aortic valve disease is the commonest valve disease.
AORTIC ROOT
The aortic root is the initial portion of the aorta that contains the aortic valve and joins the heart and the aorta together. When the aortic root grows in dimension (aneurysm) it might need to be replaced or repaired.
Aortic Aneurysms
The aorta is the body’s largest artery and extends from the heart through the chest to the abdomen. When the dimensions of the aorta increase (aneurysm), parts or the majority of the aorta might need to be replaced.
Mitral Valve
The mitral valve can be damaged leading to either not closing properly (regurgitation – most common problem) or not opening properly (stenosis). The mitral valve is often repaired and sometimes replaced.
Tricuspid Valve
The tricuspid valve can be damaged. When this happens it primarily affects its ability to close properly (regurgitation). The tricuspid valve is repaired most of the time but sometimes it might need to be replaced.
Arrhythmia
The heartbeat is triggered by electrical impulses generated within the heart, which are usually regular. Arrhythmia is when he heart beat becomes too fast or too slow. Atrial fibrillation is the most common type of arrhythmia.
Pericardial Deseases
The pericardium is a thin sac that surrounds, protects and lubricates your heart, allowing it to move and work efficiently. Problems can occur when it becomes inflamed (pericarditis) or becomes thick and rigid (constriction).
Hypertension
Hypertension (high blood pressure, HTN) is defined as a condition in which blood pressure measurements are greater than the commonly accepted normal levels for age (systolic blood pressure = 135-140 mm Hg and / or diastolic blood pressure = 85-90 mm Hg).
Heart failure
The heart has 4 chambers into which blood flows and is pumped around the body. Two of the chambers the right and left ventricles are muscular. When the heart muscle become weak or damaged, it can not push the blood forwards.
Pulmonary Hypertension
Pulmonary hypertension is a serious clinical condition that should not be confused with arterial hypertension. It can be caused by problems within the lungs or as a consequence of heart diseases.
Congenital Heart
Congenital heart disease(s) usually affect the way the heart is constructed (built) & functions. The patients are born with the problem(s). Some of them can be diagnosed before birth and can have a genetic component.
THE SURGERY
TESTIMONIALS
Special thanks to George for putting me back together again.
Thank you for sorting my heart issues out and for doing such a good job on me
You operated on me on my 61st birthday and, as the anniversary of your life saving work approaches, I want to thank you for the first year of new life you and your brilliant team at John Radcliffe have given me.
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