Chronic disease surgery encompasses a wide range of surgical interventions aimed at managing conditions that are long-lasting, often progressive, and require ongoing medical attention. These surgeries are performed with the goal of alleviating symptoms, slowing disease progression, improving quality of life, and in some cases, achieving a cure. Chronic diseases that commonly require surgical intervention include cardiovascular diseases, cancer, diabetes, respiratory disorders, and musculoskeletal conditions, among others. In the realm of cardiovascular diseases, surgical procedures are often employed to restore blood flow to the heart, repair damaged valves, or correct structural abnormalities. Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) is a common surgical intervention used to bypass blocked or narrowed coronary arteries, thereby improving blood flow to the heart muscle. Similarly, valve repair or replacement surgeries are performed to address conditions such as aortic stenosis or mitral regurgitation, which can lead to heart failure if left untreated. In the field of oncology, surgery plays a crucial role in the management of various cancers, either as a primary treatment modality or as part of a multimodal approach. Tumor resection, lymph node dissection, and reconstructive surgeries are commonly performed to remove cancerous tissue, reduce tumor burden, and restore function and aesthetics. Advances in surgical techniques, such as minimally invasive surgery and robotic-assisted surgery, have enabled more precise tumor removal while minimizing trauma to surrounding healthy tissue.
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