My mom is 56 and the CT scan showed thick fluid in her lungs and around her heart. The doctor said it can't be removed with a syringe and she needs surgery. How risky is this surgery and could it be life-threatening They also mentioned taking a fluid sample to find the cause. What's the name of this surgery

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looking for hospitals and skilled doctors who can do minimally invasive mitral or aortic valve repair instead of open heart surgery can you recommend good options and what would the cost be

Minimally invasive valve repair options (like mitral or aortic valve repair) are available in specialized heart hospitals. Costs range from ‚Çπ1.5 lakh to ‚Çπ4 lakh, depending on the hospital and procedure type. Consult a cardiothoracic surgeon for a plan.

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my dad just had a coronary angiogram and the doctor recommended cabg surgery. i'm a bit worried - is surgery the only option here or are there other treatments we can try first? also wondering if mics cabg surgery could be an option for him since it's less invasive

CABG is advised to the patient.Cardiologist opinion is advised to the patient.

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I've been dealing with pectus excavatum and it's really draining I feel tired all the time and get sudden sharp pains in the middle of my chest. I also had pneumothorax a few years ago. Is there any way to improve this without surgery, maybe through specific exercises or other non-surgical options? I'm worried about how it's affecting my daily life.

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