Heart Tumour Operations

Heart tumours, though rare, can pose significant health risks. One of the most common types is the left atrial myxoma. These tumours can grow to dangerous sizes, threatening to block blood flow or cause stroke or pulmonary embolism if they dislodge into the bloodstream. Surgical removal is essential to prevent these serious complications.

Approaches
Minimally Invasive

Minimally invasive

Performed through a small incision between the ribs on the right side of the chest.

Utilises advanced imaging and surgical techniques to access and remove the tumour.

Suitable for most cases, providing a less traumatic option compared to open heart surgery.

 

Open Heart

Rarely used for heart tumors

Only used in rare, complex cases where minimally invasive techniques are not feasible.

Conditions treated
Minimally Invasive
  • Left & Right Atrial Myxomas
  • Thrombi of Various Origins
Open Heart
  • Left & Right Atrial Myxomas (Rarely Necessary to Use Open Heart Approach)
What to expect
Before Surgery

Minimally invasive & open heart

  • Thorough assessment including medical history, physical examination, and advanced imaging (e.g., echocardiogram, CT scan).
  • Consultation with (Adj) Professor Theo Kofidis to explore minimally invasive & open heart options, their potential benefits & risks, and if patient qualifies for minimally invasive surgery.
During Surgery

Minimally invasive

  • General anaesthesia is administered.
  • A small incision is made between the ribs on the right side of the chest.
  • Advanced imaging guides the surgical instruments to the tumour.
  • The tumour is carefully removed, minimising trauma to surrounding tissues.

Open heart

  • General anaesthesia is administered.
  • A larger incision is made to provide direct access to the heart.
  • The heart-lung machine takes over the work of the heart during the procedure.
  • The tumour is located and removed with precision.
After Surgery

Minimally invasive

  • Usually 1 day in ICU & 3-4 days in general ward.
  • Faster mobilisation and return to daily activities.
  • Follow-up appointments to monitor healing progress and overall cardiac health.

Open heart

  • Usually 2 days in ICU & 5-7 days in general ward.
  • Slower mobilisation while in recovery.
  • Follow-up appointments to monitor healing progress and overall cardiac health.
Benefits
Minimally Invasive
  • Μικρότερες τομές
  • Ελάχιστες ουλές
  • Γρήγορη κινητοποίηση & Βελτιωμένη αποκατάσταση
  • Λιγότερη λοίμωξη
  • Λιγότερη απώλεια αίματος
  • Λιγότερο τραύμα
  • Λιγότερη αρρυθμία
  • Καλύτερη λειτουργία πνευμόνων στο πρώτο στάδιο
  • Καλύτερο αισθητικό αποτέλεσμα
Open Heart
  • Καταλληλότητα σε ορισμένες σύνθετες & υψηλού κινδύνου περιπτώσεις
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