Department of Cardiology, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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Minimally Invasive Techniques in Cardiothoracic Surgery: Improving Patient Outcomes
Author(s): Eduard Dahl*
Cardiothoracic surgery encompasses a specialized branch of surgical procedures focused on the heart, lungs, esophagus, and other organs within
the thoracic cavity. It is a field of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and surgical management of a wide range of conditions affecting these vital
organs. From congenital heart defects to complex cardiac procedures, from lung cancer surgeries to thoracic trauma interventions, cardiothoracic
surgeons play a crucial role in treating a diverse array of medical conditions. One of the most well-known areas within cardiothoracic surgery is
cardiac surgery, which primarily focuses on surgical interventions related to the heart. Cardiac surgery includes procedures such as Coronary
Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG), valve repair or replacement, congenital heart defect repair, and heart transplant surgery. These procedures are
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DOI:
10.37421/1584-9341.2024.20.149
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