What does CTVS mean in SURGICAL

Cardio Thoracic and Vascular Surgery (CTVS) is a branch of medicine dedicated to the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases related to the heart and circulatory system.

CTVS involves open-heart surgery, endovascular procedures, and minimally invasive surgeries such as robotic assisted interventions. In addition, CTVS specialists are able to treat genetic disorders related to the cardiovascular system such as Marfan Syndrome.

A CTVS Specialist typically completes a 5 year residency program in either general thoracic surgery or cardiovascular surgery following completion of their medical degree. They must also be board certified by The American Board of Thoracic Surgery or The American Board of Cardiovascular Surgery in order to practice as a specialist in the field of cardio thoracic and vascular surgery.

You can contact your local hospital for information about their CTVS department or you can search for surgeons board certified in cardio thoracic or vascular surgery on The American Board of Thoracic Surgery or The American Board of Cardiovascular Surgery websites. Additionally you could ask your general practitioner for referrals if available in your area.

As with any major surgical procedure there are associated risks including infection at the site of operation, pain after surgery due to nerve injury during operation as well as risk associated with use of anaesthetics. However these risks are minimized when choosing an experienced qualified surgeon so it's important to conduct sufficient research before proceeding with any procedure.