Heart surgery is often imagined as a large incision and a long, painful recovery.
But modern cardiac science has rewritten that story.
At AB Heart Care, Chandigarh, patients now have access to minimally invasive heart surgery (MICS) — a breakthrough technique that repairs or replaces heart structures through tiny keyhole incisions, allowing faster healing, minimal pain, and better cosmetic results.
🩺 What Is Minimally Invasive Heart Surgery?
Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery is an advanced procedure that allows surgeons to operate on the heart without opening the breastbone (sternum).
Instead, small incisions (4–6 cm) are made between the ribs to reach the heart chambers or valves.
Using specialized instruments and high-definition cameras, surgeons perform complex repairs or bypasses with the same precision as traditional open-heart surgery — but with much less trauma to the body.
⚙️ The AB Heart Care Approach
At AB Heart Care, our team led by Dr Ashwani Bansal performs a wide range of minimally invasive procedures, including:
- Valve repair and replacement surgeries
- Coronary bypass for selected patients
- ASD/VSD closures (hole in the heart)
- Removal of cardiac tumors
Dr Bansal’s extensive training — from AIIMS New Delhi, Poland, and the USA — ensures that every procedure meets global standards of safety and success.
🌿 Benefits of Minimally Invasive Heart Surgery
| Traditional Surgery | Minimally Invasive Surgery |
| Large 10–12 inch chest incision | 2–3 inch small incision |
| Longer hospital stay (7–10 days) | Shorter hospital stay (3–5 days) |
| Visible long scar on chest | Tiny, almost invisible scar |
| Slower recovery (2–3 months) | Faster recovery (2–3 weeks) |
| More pain and bleeding | Minimal pain and blood loss |
These differences may seem cosmetic, but they’re life-changing for patients who want to return to normal activities sooner, without fear or discomfort.
🧬 Who Is Eligible for Minimally Invasive Surgery?
Not every heart condition requires this approach — but many do.
Your surgeon will consider:
- Age and overall health
- Type and complexity of the heart problem
- Prior surgeries or chest structure
- Heart function and imaging results
At AB Heart Care, each case is discussed through a multidisciplinary review, ensuring the safest and most effective treatment path.
💪 Recovery and Aftercare
Most patients can walk within 24 hours of surgery and resume daily activities within two to three weeks.
Rehabilitation includes:
- Gentle breathing and stretching exercises
- Heart-healthy diet and medication management
- Regular follow-ups to monitor healing and heart function
Our dedicated post-operative care team guides every patient from ICU to home recovery — because healing isn’t just medical, it’s emotional.
📊 Success Rates and Outcomes
Recent studies show:
- 40–50% shorter recovery time than traditional methods
- Reduced infection risk due to smaller incisions
- Better quality of life scores 6 months post-surgery
(Sources: Journal of Cardiac Surgery 2024, Indian Heart Association Data 2023)
These outcomes echo our own patient experiences at AB Heart Care, where Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery in Chandigarh has transformed fear into freedom.
💬 Expert Insight
“Minimally invasive techniques in cardiac surgery are not a trend — they’re the evolution of safer, faster, and more patient-friendly care.”
— Dr Marc L. Gillinov, Cleveland Clinic
🌈 The Future Is Small — But Powerful
With advanced tools and skilled hands, small incisions can achieve big miracles.
At AB Heart Care, every heartbeat counts — and every patient deserves the best chance to heal beautifully, inside and out.