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Mechanical circulatory support (MCS) devices, also known as circulatory assist systems, are medical devices used to support and temporarily assist the functioning of the heart or circulatory system. They are used when the heart is unable to pump enough blood…

Lung transplant surgery is a complex procedure in which one or both diseased lungs are replaced with healthy lungs from a donor. It is considered a life-saving treatment for individuals with end-stage lung diseases such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease…

Heart transplant surgery is a complex procedure in which a diseased or failing heart is replaced with a healthy heart from a donor. It is typically performed as a life-saving treatment for individuals with end-stage heart failure or certain congenital…

Heart stenting, also known as coronary stenting or percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), is a minimally invasive procedure used to treat narrowed or blocked coronary arteries. Heart stenting is performed to treat coronary artery disease (CAD), which occurs when the coronary…

Endovascular Abdominal Aneurysm Repair (EVAR) is a minimally invasive surgical procedure used to treat abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAA). It involves the placement of a stent graft inside the aorta to reinforce the weakened artery wall and prevent the aneurysm from…

Dialysis is a medical procedure that helps perform the function of the kidneys when they are unable to adequately filter waste products and excess fluid from the blood. It is commonly used in patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) or…

The coronary artery provides essential blood flow to the heart muscle to allow it to pump blood throughout the rest of the body. Sometimes, this artery becomes blocked or partially blocked making it difficult for the heart to function properly….

Cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT), also known as biventricular pacing, is a specialized treatment for certain types of heart failure. It involves implanting a device called a CRT pacemaker or CRT defibrillator to improve the coordination and efficiency of the heart’s…

Atherectomy is a minimally invasive procedure used to treat narrowed or blocked arteries by removing plaque buildup. Atherectomy is performed to treat conditions such as peripheral artery disease (PAD) or coronary artery disease (CAD) where plaque buildup narrows the arteries…

Minimally invasive aortic valve replacement (AVR) surgery is a surgical procedure performed to replace a diseased or malfunctioning aortic valve using smaller incisions and specialized surgical techniques. This approach aims to reduce trauma, shorten recovery time, and minimize complications compared…