Open heart surgery for aortic or mitral valve repair or replacement has traditionally required opening the patient’s chest through their sternum (breast bone). In many cases today, a minimally ...
Minimally invasive aortic valve replacement (MICS-AVR) techniques have gained popularity in recent years as alternatives to traditional open-heart surgery. These techniques aim to reduce the ...
Eventually, Duncan's condition got significant enough to require surgery, slated for November 5. That was 39 days before he was expected to fly down to MSU to walk across the graduation stage.
Dr. Ron Aviles explains available procedures and recovery time for those with heart and vascular conditions. Sponsored by Overlake Medical Center and Clinics.