Frequently Asked Questions
Continental Hospitals in Hyderabad is renowned for its Department of Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery, where advanced cardiac surgeries are performed to address a wide range of end-stage heart diseases and severe coronary conditions. Our hospital boasts a team of highly skilled cardiothoracic surgeons, a dedicated nursing staff, state-of-the-art facilities, and an unwavering dedication to providing exceptional cardiac healthcare. When it comes to cardiac surgeries, Continental Hospitals stands as one of the premier medical institutions in Hyderabad.
CTVS surgeons treat a wide range of conditions, including heart diseases (such as coronary artery disease), congenital heart defects, aortic aneurysms, lung diseases, esophageal disorders, and vascular diseases like peripheral artery disease (PAD).
Cardiac surgery focuses on surgeries related to the heart, while thoracic surgery deals with conditions in the chest area (excluding the heart). CTVS surgeons may perform both cardiac and thoracic surgeries, depending on the patient's needs.
Common procedures include coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), heart valve repair/replacement, lung resections, aortic aneurysm repair, carotid endarterectomy, and minimally invasive procedures like angioplasty and stent placement.
Open-heart surgery is typically required for procedures that involve the heart's major blood vessels, valves, or chambers. It may be necessary for CABG, valve replacement, congenital heart defect repair, and aortic surgery.
Minimally invasive surgery involves smaller incisions and specialized instruments. In CTVS, this approach is used for certain heart surgeries (minimally invasive heart surgery) and thoracic procedures like video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS).
Recovery times vary depending on the type of surgery and individual patient factors. Generally, it may take several weeks to several months for a full recovery. Your surgeon will provide specific guidelines.
Risks can include infection, bleeding, blood clots, anesthesia-related complications, and specific risks related to the type of surgery performed. Your surgeon will discuss these risks with you before the procedure.