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Cardiac Surgery care in Germany

Open Heart Surgery in Germany

Hospitals and medical centers in Germany performing Open Heart Surgery.

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At a glance

Key planning information for open heart surgery in Germany.

3–5 hrsProcedure time
4 daysHospital stay
4 hospitalsList open heart surgery

Open Heart Surgery in Germany is priced per case at 4 hospitals. The operation takes 3 to 5 hours, with 4 days in hospital. Each hospital quotes its own price for your case.

Hospitals and clinics offering Open Heart Surgery in Germany

Open Heart Surgery is listed by 4 hospitals in Germany. The order reshuffles every hour so each gets equal exposure.

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University Medical Center Freiburg — photoUniversity Hospital
Freiburg, Germany
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The University Medical Center Freiburg is one of the largest medical facilities in Europe and part of the Albert Ludwigs University Freiburg, one of five outstanding centers of academic excellency in Germany.

DoctorsFBProf. Friedhelm BeyersdorfBPProf. Bernward Passlick
PricesOpen Heart Surgery upon request
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Klinikum Stuttgart — photoPublic Hospital
Stuttgart, Germany
ISO 9001:2015 certified hospital sealISOPrice on request

One of Germany's largest hospitals, made up of more than 50 clinics and specialist institutes spanning all medical specialties. Kinikum Stuttgart is regarded as one of the best hospitals in Germany, and is a referral center for oncology, ENT, pediatrics and more.

PricesOpen Heart Surgery upon request
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Description of Open Heart Surgery:

What is Open Heart Surgery?
Open heart surgery is a procedure that involves opening the walls of the chest, and performing surgery on the heart muscles, arteries or other related structures.

About Open Heart Surgery

Key facts to plan your treatment: how long it takes, your hospital stay, anaesthesia, risks and recovery.

Duration of surgery/treatment
Generally between 3 to 5 hours.
Days admitted
Naturally, your stay in hospital will vary, depending on the post-operative condition of your heart. However, in normal cases, a hospital stay of up to 4 days or longer can be expected.
Anesthesia
General anesthesia
Recovery
A period of 6 to 12 weeks is need for recovery. Whilst you're in hospital, doctors and nurses will keep a close check on your heart rate, blood pressure, breathing, and also the incision area for any abnormal signs.
Risks
Heart surgery is not without its risks, and these can include the following: - Infection, fever, and even swelling - Bleeding. - Irregular heartbeats - Difficulties focusing or thinking clearly. - A reaction to the medication used to put you to sleep whilst the procedure is being performed - Damage to tissues in the heart, kidneys, and lungs. Death. Generally, the risks of an open heart procedure increases for people who: - Are older over 70 - Have had multiple heart surgeries - Suffer from conditions such as high pressure, diabetes, kidney disease and lung disease.
After care
After your surgery, aftercare may include regular checkups with your doctor. You may need to make diet and lifestyle changes and take various medicines to assist you to remain healthy. You doctor may recommend that you join a cardiac rehabilitation program. Cardiac rehabilitation normally includes counseling, education, and exercise training to help you recover.

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