What it is A coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) is a surgical procedure that restores blood flow to the heart muscle. This is done by using blood vessels from other parts of the body to make a new route for blood to flow around blocked coronary (heart) arteries. Reasons for Procedure Atherosclerosis is a disease…

What it is “I have talked with friends who have had the open surgery and they all had at least six to eight weeks recovery time. I was at home and within a few weeks and my wife was telling me to slow down.” – Richard A. A minimally invasive bypass surgery restores blood flow…

What it is Off-pump coronary artery bypass grafting is a surgical procedure that restores blood flow to the heart muscle. This is done by using blood vessels from other parts of the body to make a new route for blood to flow around blocked coronary (heart) arteries. Off-pump coronary artery bypass grafting, also called ‘beating…

What It Is The aorta is the largest, main artery through which blood flows from the heart to the rest of the body. When the aorta is affected by disease, it can split (dissection) or bulge (aneurysm). An aortic aneurysm is a weak, bulging area in the wall of the aorta and it tends to…

What it is The aorta is the largest artery in the body. It begins at the heart and runs through the chest and abdomen. Sometimes the walls of the aorta weaken and bulge in one area. An aortic repair supports or replaces the weakened area. Reasons for Procedure To prevent an aneurysm from rupturing/bursting, which…

What it is The aortic arch has branches of arteries that supply blood to the head and upper body. Aneurysms of the aortic arch are weakened walls, which may lead to dissection (a tear in the vessel) or rupture. Reasons for Procedure To remove diseased section of the aortic arch. Possible ComplicationsIf you are planning…

What is Aortic Valve Disease? Aortic valve disease is a condition in which the valve between the left ventricle (main pumping chamber) of the heart and the aorta (main artery) to the body doesn’t work properly. Aortic valve disease sometimes may be present at birth or may result from other causes over time. The two…

What it is The aortic valve is located between the pumping chamber on the left side of the heart and the aorta, which is a major artery. The aorta carries oxygen-rich blood from the heart to the rest of the body. The valve should be closed while the heart is filling with blood. When the…

What it is “In this day and age, any type of cardiac surgery is such a big deal, along with the recovery. You need to take advantage of these modern procedures. It makes a big difference for the recovery.” – Charles E. The aortic valve is located between the pumping chamber on the left side…