Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery - MICS

Minimally Invasive Cardiac Hospital in Delhi

BLK-Max Heart Centre is one of the leading and most advanced centres in India which is known for using the finest techniques and latest innovations. The Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery or MICS unit is equipped with world-class technology and Robot-assisted machines. The team of cardiovascular surgeons and experts is highly qualified and experienced in conducting Minimally Invasive Cardiac surgeries with finesse. MICS is done to treat many cardiac issues and has proven very successful in treating even the most complex heart problems as it lessens the risk of any post-operative complications.

At BLK-Max Heart Centre, we not only offer the best pre and perioperative care but also the best post-operative rehabilitation facilities and guide you in leading a healthy life ahead.

What Is Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery (MICS)

Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery MICS is one of the safest and immensely advanced processes of performing heart surgeries by making small incisions on the right side of your chest, contrary to the traditional open-heart surgery where the surgeons had to make large incisions to directly access the affected area. It is one of the safest and least painful procedures to treat a plethora of heart conditions.

What Are The Indicators For Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery

Following are the signs and symptoms which indicate the need for minimally invasive cardiac interventions:

Shortness of Breath
Persistent Chest Pain
Fatigue
Fainting
Dizziness
Pain in Left Arm or Shoulder
Heart Attack
Nausea and Vomiting
Restlessness
Perspiration and Clammy Skin

Are You A Candidate For Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery (MICS)

A doctor might thoroughly evaluate the patient for the following symptoms before formulating a specific treatment plan:

Pain or pressure in the chest (that indicates angina)
Pain or discomfort in other body parts such as the jaw, left shoulder, arms, elbows, or back
Shortness of breath (dyspnoea)
Cold sweats
Nausea and fatigue
Light-headedness or dizziness

The symptoms may vary from person to person and some people might experience two or more symptoms simultaneously and are evaluated on the basis of different medical conditions.

What Are The Conditions We Treat Under Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery

Some of the major conditions that we treat under our unit of Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery include:

Adult congenital heart disease
Aneurysm and aortic disease
Aortic valve disease
Atrial fibrillation and other arrhythmias
Carotid artery disease
Cardiomyopathy
Congestive heart failure
Coronary artery disease
Angina
Myocardial infarction
Genetic heart disease
Mitral valve disease
Pericarditis
Paediatric congenital heart conditions
Peripheral vascular disease
Valvular heart disease
Critical limb ischemia
Lymphedema
Hypertensive heart disease
Rheumatic heart disease
Thromboembolic disease
Venous thrombosis

What Is The Treatment Procedures Of Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery

The major treatment approaches used by our surgeons for performing MICS include:

Robot-Assisted Heart Surgery

MICS can be performed as a robot-assisted surgery wherein a surgeon carries out the procedure with the help of robotic arms that are controlled by a special console using precise image guidance.

Thoracoscopic Surgery

MICS procedure is also done using a long, thin tube known as a thoracoscope which is inserted inside the chest, along with a tiny camera, via keyhole incisions.
There are various different types of heart procedures that can be conducted using minimally invasive heart surgery, such as:

Mitral Valve Repair and Replacement
Tricuspid Valve Repair and Replacement
Aortic Valve Replacement
Atrial Septal Defect
Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO) Closure
Atrioventricular Septal Defect Surgery
Maze Procedure for Atrial Fibrillation
Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery (CABS)
Saphenous Vein Harvest for CABS

What Are The Benefits Of MICS

A larger cut takes more time to heal in comparison to a smaller one and this is one of the major perks of minimally invasive surgery over the traditional one. Some of the other benefits include the following:

No cutting of bones or opening of the chest
Faster recovery
Less pain
Lower risks of complications
Alleviated blood loss and reduced need for blood transfusion
Minimal scarring
Shorter hospital stay

What Are The Precautions One Must Take To Avoid Heart Related-Diseases

Maintain a healthy lifestyle
Exercise daily
Keep your sugar in check
Don’t take stress or live/work in a stressful environment
Keep your blood pressure in check
Keep a tab on your cholesterol
Maintain your BMI

Are There Any Complications Involved

BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital has a high success rate in performing Minimally Invasive Cardiac surgeries but sometimes the risks cannot be averted and depend on the condition of a patient.

Possible complications that may arise after the surgery include: