
Heart Failure 101: What You Must Know in 2025

Dr. Bhaskar BV
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May 09, 2025
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Cardiovascular and thoracic surgeons at Manipal Hospitals diagnose and surgically treat conditions of the heart, chest and lungs. The Department provides the latest and the most innovative surgical treatment for virtually every type of cardiac and thoracic conditions, during both emergency and elective cases.
One of the most experienced and comprehensive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery departments in the country, Manipal Hospitals cares for patients from all over the country and the world. Manipal Hospitals' Expert Surgeons are world leaders in heart surgeries, including open-heart surgeries and transplantation surgeries, perfecting every life-saving heart procedure along the way. The latest state-of-the-art technology for accurate diagnosis of heart conditions and cutting-edge surgical practices like minimally invasive surgery whenever possible has made the cardiovascular thoracic surgery department known for its groundbreaking work.
This is a procedure that reopens arteries that have been narrowed or closed due to a build-up of fatty plaque. The procedure involves guiding a narrow tube towards the narrowed or blocked artery, and inflating a balloon to open up the artery for stent placement. A stent is a tube made to keep the artery open and free-flowing. An angioplasty is not…
The human heart has 4 valves that are responsible for controlling blood flow through the heart. Valves can be damaged or affected by disease, in which case they will need to be repaired or replaced. Damaged valves can be repaired by the placement of a special ring, while artificial valves are used to replace valves that are damaged beyond repair. While…
Also referred to as keyhole surgery, MICS is a surgical option that requires much smaller incisions on the body, reducing the risk to the patient and the time needed for recovery. Using advanced surgical apparatus, a surgeon is able to perform complex cardiac surgeries like Mitral Valve Replacement (MVR) without compromising accuracy.
Manipal Hospitals' dedicated team of world-renowned pediatric heart surgeons treat several heart defects in newborns, infants, children and adolescents. From heart transplantations to implantations, the success of Manipal Hospitals' pediatric heart surgeons is due to the combined multidisciplinary approach, focus and dedication to charting the best course of treatment for every pediatric patient. The testament to this effort is the number of cases referred to Manipal Hospitals from all across the country and the world.
Manipal Hospitals' Cardiovascular and Cardiothoracic Surgeons are experts on a plethora of both adult and pediatric cardiothoracic and vascular surgical procedures.
The cardiovascular Thoracic Surgery department specializes in treating heart CABG, LV aneurysm repair, total arterial revascularization, repair of ventricular septal rupture, aortic aneurysm surgeries, heart valve repair and replacement, redo cardiac surgery, emergency lung resection for massive hemoptysis, tracheal reconstruction, and revascularization for acute limb ischemia.
With state-of-the-art imaging facilities and continuous post-operative care, Manipal Hospitals is dedicated to treating a wide range of cardiac and vascular conditions. Below is an overview of some of the common surgeries and procedures performed.
Some of the most common cardiac surgeries for adults include:
Manipal Hospitals also specializes in pediatric cardiac care, offering procedures such as:
Manipal Hospitals offers advanced vascular procedures, including:
For patients seeking less invasive options, the following minimally invasive procedures are available:
With a focus on precision and patient care, Manipal Hospitals continues to set benchmarks in cardiac and vascular surgery.
Patients visit the Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery department at Manipal Hospitals Old Airport Road - Bengaluru for expert diagnosis, advanced treatment, and personalized care. The department specializes in managing Angioplasty & Stenting, Heart Valve Repair & Replacement, Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery (MICS), ensuring world-class medical support for patients.
The Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery department at Manipal Hospitals Old Airport Road - Bengaluru provides a wide range of treatments, including:
To book an appointment with a Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery expert at Manipal Hospitals Old Airport Road - Bengaluru, please call 1800 102 5555. Our dedicated team will assist you in scheduling a convenient consultation.
The Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery department is led by highly qualified specialists, including:
For your initial consultation at Manipal Hospitals Old Airport Road - Bengaluru, please bring:
Providing these documents will help our specialists ensure a comprehensive diagnosis and personalized treatment plan.
Manipal Hospitals Old Airport Road - Bengaluru is a preferred choice for Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery due to:
We are committed to providing world-class healthcare with compassionate service.
At Manipal Hospitals Old Airport Road - Bengaluru, we offer facilities such as:
With state-of-the-art imaging facilities and continuous post-operative care, Manipal Hospitals is dedicated to treating a wide range of cardiac and vascular conditions. Below is an overview of some of the common surgeries and procedures performed.
Some of the most common cardiac surgeries for adults include:
Manipal Hospitals also specializes in pediatric cardiac care, offering procedures such as:
Manipal Hospitals offers advanced vascular procedures, including:
For patients seeking less invasive options, the following minimally invasive procedures are available:
With a focus on precision and patient care, Manipal Hospitals continues to set benchmarks in cardiac and vascular surgery.
Our team ensures precise diagnosis and treatment planning for each patient.
One of the most experienced and comprehensive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery departments in the country, Manipal Hospitals cares for patients from all over the country and the world. Manipal Hospitals' Expert Surgeons are world leaders in heart surgeries, including open-heart surgeries and transplantation surgeries, perfecting every life-saving heart procedure along the way. The latest state-of-the-art technology for accurate diagnosis of heart conditions and cutting-edge surgical practices like minimally invasive surgery whenever possible has made the cardiovascular thoracic surgery department known for its groundbreaking work.
A cardiothoracic surgeon is a medical doctor who specializes in surgical procedures of the heart, lungs, esophagus, and other organs in the chest. This includes surgeons who can be called cardiac surgeons, cardiovascular surgeons, general thoracic surgeons, and congenital heart surgeons. Visit our cardiothoracic surgery hospital in Bangalore to have the best treatment.
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