Glossary/Surgical Procedures

Robotic Cardiac Surgery.

Heart surgery performed using robotic arms controlled by the surgeon from a console, allowing enhanced precision through very small incisions. Used for select mitral valve repairs, CABG, and atrial septal defect closures.

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What is robotic cardiac surgery?

Heart surgery performed using robotic arms controlled by the surgeon from a console, allowing enhanced precision through very small incisions. Used for select mitral valve repairs, CABG, and atrial septal defect closures.

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