A natural disaster is when events such as earthquakes, mudslides, floods or wildfires affect people. Despite our inability to control these events, we can plan and prepare for them to minimize damage when they do happen. Below are brief explanations of disasters that are common in California. Follow the links to more information about a specific disaster.
When this happens the patient is said to be on bypass.. The person who operates the machine is called a perfusionist. Before and while your child is on bypass, a blood-thinning drug will be administered to prevent blood clots from forming.
How does Valve Replacement surgery work? Your cardiologist will analyse the severity of your condition and may recommend valve replacement. The decision is based on your symptoms, your general health and how well your heart is managing to pump blood around your body. The procedure to replace the valve is typically open heart surgery. This means the surgeon makes an incision in your chest to access your heart directly. During surgery the job of oxygenating your blood is done by machine and the heart is stopped or slowed down during the procedure.