By Dr. Sanjay Kumar in CTVS at Paras Hospital Gurgaon and Paras Hospitals East.
What is Keyhole Heart Surgery?
Keyhole heart surgery, or minimally invasive heart surgery, is a modern technique for performing procedures like bypass or valve surgery through small incisions. This approach reduces recovery time, minimizes pain, and lowers the risk of complications.
Expert cardiac surgeons at Paras Hospital Gurgaon and Patna use advanced technology and specialized instruments to ensure precise, effective treatment. With years of experience and thousands of successful procedures, our team provides world-class cardiac care. Trust us to keep your heart in expert hands.
Conditions Treated with Keyhole Heart Surgery
Keyhole heart surgery is an advanced, minimally invasive technique used to treat various heart conditions without the need for large chest incisions or breaking bones. Surgeons make small incisions between the ribs to access the heart, reducing recovery time and complications.
This procedure is commonly used to treat:
- Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) – Restoring blood flow to the heart through minimally invasive coronary bypass surgery.
- Aortic Valve Regurgitation – Repairing or replacing a leaking aortic valve.
- Aortic Valve Stenosis – Treating narrowed aortic valves that restrict blood flow.
- Mitral Valve Stenosis – Correcting stiff or narrowed mitral valves to improve heart function.
- Tricuspid Valve Regurgitation – Repairing tricuspid valves that fail to close properly.
Keyhole surgery is also used for:
✔️ Removing heart tumours
✔️ Closing congenital heart defects (such as atrial septal defects)
✔️ Treating heart valve diseases with precision and minimal recovery time
This technique offers a safer, faster, and more efficient alternative to traditional open-heart surgery, allowing patients to resume daily activities sooner.
Benefits of Keyhole Heart Surgery at Paras Hospital Gurgaon and Patna
Minimal Scars (Cosmetic Incision)
Appearance matters and keyhole heart surgery offers a significant cosmetic advantage. This procedure uses small incisions, resulting in minimal scarring compared to conventional open-heart surgery. Instead of a 12-inch chest incision, keyhole surgery typically involves incisions of just 2-3 inches. In some cases, the procedure can even be performed through the groin using a catheter, eliminating any chest scars.
No Broken Bones
Unlike traditional open-heart surgery, which requires cutting through the breastbone, keyhole heart surgery is performed through small gaps between the ribs. This avoids bone fractures, reducing the trauma to the body. As a result, patients recover much faster—within a week—compared to the two-month recovery period for conventional surgery.
Less Pain and Lower Risk of Infection
Since no bones are broken, patients experience significantly less pain after surgery. Additionally, the risk of bone infection is drastically reduced, making the procedure safer and more comfortable for recovery.
Faster Recovery
Traditional open-heart surgery requires 6-8 weeks for the breastbone to heal completely. In contrast, keyhole surgery allows wounds to heal within days, and patients can return to daily activities in as little as two weeks. This quicker recovery time helps individuals resume normal life much sooner.
At Paras Hospital Gurgaon and Patna, our expert cardiac surgeons use cutting-edge technology to ensure a safer, less invasive, and highly effective heart surgery experience.
How Can Keyhole Heart Surgery Help You?
Discovering that you need heart surgery can be overwhelming, but at Paras Hospital Gurgaon and Patna, we are here to guide you every step of the way. Our expert team provides both professional and compassionate support, ensuring you understand your condition and available treatment options.
If your heart condition requires surgical intervention, we help you explore the safest and most effective solutions, including minimally invasive keyhole heart surgery, which offers faster recovery and minimal scarring compared to traditional open-heart surgery.
Are You a Candidate for Minimally Invasive or Robotic Surgery?
Our specialists at Paras Hospital Gurgaon and Patna will carefully evaluate your condition and discuss the advantages and limitations of keyhole heart surgery versus conventional procedures. The decision is based on multiple factors, including:
✅ Type and severity of heart disease
✅ Age and overall health
✅ Personal and family medical history
✅ Current lifestyle
✅ Results of pre-surgical tests and evaluations
We also offer second opinions for patients seeking additional clarity on their treatment choices. Our goal is to ensure you receive the best possible care with an approach that prioritizes safety, effectiveness, and your long-term well-being.
Types of Minimally Invasive Heart Surgery
At Paras Hospital Gurgaon and Patna, our expert cardiac surgeons have been performing minimally invasive heart surgeries for years, starting with mitral and aortic valve procedures. Today, patients have access to various advanced heart surgeries that ensure faster recovery, minimal scarring, and improved outcomes.
1. Mini-Thoracotomy
In this procedure, surgeons make one or more small incisions between the ribs to access the heart, eliminating the need for a large chest incision.
2. Robotically Assisted Heart Surgery
We also offer robotic heart surgery, which provides high precision and control. This advanced procedure is used to treat:
✅ Mitral valve regurgitation (leaky mitral valve)
✅ Tricuspid valve repair
✅ Mitral valve repair
✅ Atrial Septal Defect (ASD) repair
✅ Removal of cardiac tumours
Recovery After Keyhole Heart Surgery
Patients undergoing minimally invasive or robotic heart surgery typically stay in the hospital for 3 to 5 days after the procedure. Our specialized healthcare team closely monitors your recovery and provides personalized care.
Upon discharge, you’ll receive a detailed recovery plan, including instructions on:
✔ Daily activity restrictions
✔ Dietary guidelines
✔ Medications and follow-ups
Most patients can resume routine activities within 2-3 weeks, but recovery time may vary based on individual cases. At Paras Hospital Gurgaon and Patna, we aim to help you heal safely and return to a healthy life as soon as possible.