Minimally Invasive Valve Surgery, including Endoscopic Valve Surgery, is an advanced heart surgery technique used to repair or replace diseased heart valves with minimal trauma to the body. Unlike traditional open-heart surgery, which requires a large incision through the breastbone (sternotomy), this approach is performed through small incisions, often between the ribs, using specialized instruments and high-definition cameras for enhanced precision.
Endoscopic Valve Surgery involves the use of a tiny camera (endoscope) inserted through a small incision, allowing surgeons to visualize the heart on a monitor and perform the procedure with minimal disruption to surrounding tissues. This technique is commonly used for mitral valve repair or replacement, aortic valve procedures, and tricuspid valve surgeries.
The benefits of this minimally invasive approach include reduced pain, less blood loss, lower risk of infections, shorter hospital stays, faster recovery, and smaller scars.
It is particularly advantageous for patients at high risk of complications from traditional surgery, such as the elderly or those with multiple health conditions. Leading cardiac centers worldwide are increasingly adopting minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques, offering patients a safer and more effective alternative to conventional valve surgery while ensuring excellent long-term outcomes.
