Cardiac Surgery at Uniclinic Siliguri

Introduction:

Cardiac surgery is the highly specialised surgical discipline focused on the operative treatment of diseases affecting the heart, its valves, coronary arteries, pericardium, and the great vessels (aorta, pulmonary artery). Cardiac surgeons perform some of the most technically demanding operations in all of medicine — working on a heart that has been temporarily stopped and supported by a cardiopulmonary bypass (heart-lung) machine that takes over the function of the heart and lungs during the procedure. The specialty encompasses coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) for ischaemic heart disease, valve repair and replacement for stenotic or regurgitant valves, surgery of the aorta for aneurysms and dissections, correction of congenital heart defects in children and adults, and heart transplantation and mechanical circulatory support for end-stage heart failure. Modern cardiac surgery has been revolutionised by minimally invasive techniques, transcatheter procedures (TAVI, MitraClip), hybrid operating rooms, and robotic platforms — offering patients safer operations, smaller incisions, less pain, and faster recovery. Cardiac surgery works in close collaboration with interventional cardiologists, anaesthetists, perfusionists, and intensive care specialists to deliver comprehensive heart care.

Symptoms:

Heart-related conditions can affect blood circulation and may show through chest discomfort, breathing difficulty, or fatigue.

• Chest pain or pressure
• Shortness of breath
• Irregular heartbeat
• Fatigue or weakness
• Swelling in legs or feet
• Dizziness or fainting
• Rapid heartbeat
• Pain spreading to arm or jaw
• Difficulty during physical activity
• High blood pressure complications
• Excessive sweating
• Bluish lips or fingertips
• Persistent cough with breathing difficulty
• Sudden chest tightness
• Heart murmur or valve-related symptoms

Treatments:

Cardiac surgery treatments help improve heart function, restore blood flow, and manage serious heart conditions.

• Bypass Surgery (CABG) - Improves blood flow to the heart by bypassing blocked arteries.
• Heart Valve Surgery - Repairs or replaces damaged heart valves.
• Angioplasty & Stent Procedures - Opens blocked blood vessels to improve circulation.
• Pacemaker Implantation - Helps control abnormal heart rhythms.
• Aneurysm Surgery - Treats weakened or swollen blood vessels.
• Congenital Heart Surgery - Corrects heart defects present since birth.
• Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery - Uses smaller cuts for quicker recovery and less pain.
• Heart Failure Management - Supports heart function and improves daily activity.
• Emergency Cardiac Care - Provides urgent treatment during serious heart conditions.
• Post-Surgical Cardiac Rehabilitation - Helps regain strength and improve heart health after surgery.