Modern Surgical and Transplant Options for Severe Heart and Aortic Disease

When the heart’s rhythm becomes irregular or the aorta (the body’s main artery) is at risk of a dangerous rupture, there is no time to waste. In such cases, immediate care from an expert Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgeon in Delhi NCR is essential.

Medicine today is no longer about traditional open chest surgeries but increasingly about high-tech, advanced procedures that can even help the most severe cases of heart and aortic diseases. Yashoda Medicity offers the most Advanced Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery Care, marrying decades of surgical experience with the world’s most advanced surgical technologies.  

The Critical Role of Complex Aorta Surgery

The aorta is the main artery in the body that transports oxygenated blood from the heart to all major organs. A weakening in the walls of the aorta may cause them to bulge (aneurysm) or even to tear (dissection). Complex aortic surgery is an area of expertise that aims to repair these structures to prevent rupture.

Dr. Rachit Saxena being the leader of the team, performs a variety of complicated repairs such as Bentall’s procedure, Aortic Arch Replacement, and Thoracoabdominal Aortic Replacement. The survival rate of patients who undergo elective, planned surgery in these situations is considerably higher than that of those who require emergency surgical interventions.

Minimally Invasive and Robotic-Assisted Innovations

It is no longer the case that a large opening of the breastbone is needed for a heart operation. Current methods concentrate on less traumatic surgery and quicker healing.

• Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery (MICS): Surgeons can operate on the heart (e.g., ASD closure, Mitral Valve Repair) through small incisions, usually via transaxillary approaches.
• Robotic-assisted surgery: The use of robotic precision for CABG (bypass) or Myxoma excision results in smaller scars and less postoperative pain. 
• Principal Benefit: These methods, combined with shorter hospital stays and a rapid return to normal activities, do not compromise surgical outcomes. 

Comprehensive Solutions for Heart Failure and Transplantation

Patients with end stage heart failure might find their usual medications no longer effective. Advanced Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery Care can be a real lifesaver in such circumstances.

• ECMO (Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation): Is essentially a heart-lung machine externally connected to the body of a critically ill patient.
• VAD (Ventricular Assist Devices): These devices are mechanical pumps that help the heart to function either as a “bridge to transplant” or a permanent solution.
• Heart Transplantation: A seriously complicated operation in which a heart that is no longer healthy is replaced by one donated by a healthy donor. Dr. Rachit Saxena was instrumental in the development of the heart transplant programs in India and continues to be one of the leading figures in maintaining the highest patient safety standards and ensuring organ compatibility.

Percutaneous and Hybrid Aortic Interventions

For patients who are at high risk for old style open surgery, percutaneous (through the skin) and hybrid techniques offer a safer alternative. 

Procedure	Technique	Best For
TAVI	Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation	Aortic Stenosis in elderly/high-risk patients
EVAR / TEVAR	Endovascular Aneurysm Repair	Strengthening the aorta via a stent graft
Hybrid Procedures	Combination of open surgery and stenting	Complex, multi-segment aortic disease

These endovascular techniques use a “scaffold” or stent graft passed through the groin, meaning no large chest incisions are required.

Expert Leadership at Yashoda Medicity

At Yashoda Medicity, the heart of your care is entrusted to one of the leading specialists in the field. Dr. Rachit Saxena is a cardiac surgeon with more than 16 years of experience and has handled thousands of complicated adult and pediatric cases. His dedication to the Advanced Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery Care department is evident in his commitment to providing every patient with a personalised treatment plan based on their individual anatomy and lifestyle.

Whether you need a total arterial off, a pump bypass, a complex aortic repair, or a rescue transplant, our centre is equipped with the most up-to-date diagnostic and surgical technologies to help us achieve the highest success rates and ensure a smooth recovery for patients.