Minimally Invasive & Open Heart
Understanding ASD Closure Surgery
An atrial septal defect (ASD) is a hole between the heart's upper chambers. When treatment is needed, minimally invasive (endoscopic) ASD closure is often preferred, while open-heart surgery is reserved for complex or high-risk cases.
Approaches
- Minimally Invasive: Endoscopic ASD closure
- Open Heart: Used only in selected complex cases
Conditions Treated
Atrial Septal Defect (ASD)
What to Expect
- Before surgery
- During surgery
- After surgery
Benefits
- Smaller incisions
- Minimal scarring
- Faster recovery
- Less pain and trauma
- Reduced blood loss
- Lower infection risk
- Lower risk of arrhythmia
- Better early lung function
- Better cosmetic results
Benefit of Open-Heart Surgery
- Suitable for certain complex or high-risk ASD cases.