University Hospital Duesseldorf

Department of Adult and Pediatric Cardiothoracic Surgery
Prof. Dr. med. Artur Lichtenberg

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About University Hospital Duesseldorf

The Department of Adult and Pediatric Cardiothoracic Surgery at the University Hospital Duesseldorf consists of 31 doctors, 76 nurses, and treats approximately 4167 inpatients per year. The specialized clinic provides the following medical services for its patients:

  • Coronary artery surgery
  • Pulmonary embolectomy
  • Pacemaker procedures
  • Aortic surgery
  • Surgery for congenital heart defects
  • Surgery for complications of coronary heart disease: ventricular aneurysm, post-infarction VSD (ventricular septal defect), papillary muscle rupture, ventricular rupture
  • Defibrillator procedures
  • Procedures on the pericardium
  • Heart valve surgery
  • Heart transplantation
  • Aortic aneurysm surgery
  • Treatment of heart injuries

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Areas of treatment

  • Anomalous pulmonary venous connection
  • + Diagnosis and Conservative treatment of Anomalous pulmonary venous connection

    On request
  • + Surgical correction of Anomalous pulmonary venous connection

    On request

    Surgical correction of APVC involves reconnecting the pulmonary veins to the correct location in the heart.

  • Aortic coarctation
  • + Diagnosis and Conservative treatment of Aortic coarctation

    On request
  • + Balloon Dilatation and Stenting for Aortic Coarctation

    On request

    Balloon dilatation involves inserting a catheter with a deflated balloon into a blood vessel in the groin and guiding it up to the narrowed section of the aorta. The balloon is then inflated to widen the opening and improve blood flow.

  • + Aortic coarctation repair by patch aortoplasty

    On request

    During a patch aortoplasty, the narrowed portion of the aorta is removed and a patch is used to widen the area. The patch is usually made of synthetic material or a piece of the patient’s own tissue.

  • + Subclavian flap repair of coarctation of the aorta

    On request

    During this procedure, a small portion of the subclavian artery (which supplies blood to the arms) is used to create a flap that is then used to widen the narrowed section of the aorta

  • + Bypass graft repair of coarctation of the aorta

    On request

    During a bypass graft repair, a graft, which is usually made of synthetic material or a vein from the patient’s leg, is used to bypass the narrowed portion of the aorta. This creates a new path for blood flow, bypassing the coarctation.

  • + Aortic coarctation repair by resection and end-to-end anastomosis

    On request

    During the procedure, the narrowed portion of the aorta is removed, and the two remaining ends are then joined together using a technique called an end-to-end anastomosis.

  • Aortic valve insufficiency (avi)
  • + Diagnosis and Conservative treatment of Aortic valve insufficiency (avi)

    On request
  • + Aortic valve repair for Aortic valve insufficiency (avi)

    On request

    In this procedure, the surgeon repairs the valve to ensure that it closes properly. This is usually the preferred option if the valve is not too damaged.

  • + Aortic valve replacement for Aortic valve insufficiency (avi)

    On request

    If the valve is severely damaged, it may need to be replaced. This can be done with a mechanical valve or a biological valve

  • Aortic valve stenosis
  • + Diagnosis and Conservative treatment of Aortic valve stenosis

    On request
  • + Treatment of aortic valve stenosis with balloon valvuloplasty

    On request

    In this procedure, a balloon-tipped catheter is inserted through an artery in the groin and threaded up to the aortic valve. The balloon is inflated to widen the valve opening, improving blood flow

  • + Transcatheter aortic valve implantation(TAVI) for aortic stenosis

    On request

    During the TAVI procedure, a new valve is inserted into the heart through a catheter, typically through a small incision in the leg. The new valve is typically made of either biological tissue or a combination of tissue and metal.

  • Atrial septal defect (ASD)
  • + Diagnosis and Conservative treatment of Atrial septal defect (ASD)

    On request
  • + Transcatheter closure of Atrial septal defect (ASD)

    On request

    In this minimally invasive procedure, a catheter is inserted into a blood vessel in the groin and threaded up to the heart. A small device, typically made of metal mesh, is then inserted through the catheter and positioned over the defect to seal it closed.

  • + Open surgical repair of Atrial septal defect (ASD)

    On request

    In some cases, a surgical approach may be necessary, especially for larger or more complex defects. The surgeon will make an incision in the chest and use a patch to cover the hole in the septum

  • Atrioventricular valve dysplasia (avd)
  • + Diagnosis and Conservative treatment of Atrioventricular valve dysplasia (avd)

    On request
  • + Treatment of atrioventricular valve dysplasia (avd) by surgical reconstruction

    On request

    The surgical reconstruction procedure typically involves making an incision in the chest and stopping the heart temporarily. The surgeon will then reshape the valve and repair any defects or malformations.

  • Congenital and acquired heart defects
  • + Diagnosis and Conservative treatment of Congenital and acquired heart defects

    On request
  • + Cardiac catheterization for Congenital and acquired heart defects

    On request

    Cardiac catheterization is a minimally invasive procedure used to diagnose and treat certain congenital and acquired heart defects.

  • + Open or minimally invasive heart surgery for Congenital and acquired heart defects

    On request

    Open heart surgery and minimally invasive heart surgery are two surgical options for the treatment of congenital and acquired heart defects. The choice of procedure depends on the type and severity of the defect

  • Left ventricular aneurysm
  • + Diagnosis and Conservative treatment of Left ventricular aneurysm

    On request
  • + Treatment of Left ventricular aneurysm by endoventricular patch plasty (Dor procedure)

    On request

    The procedure involves removing the damaged tissue from the LVA and using a patch to reinforce and reshape the left ventricle to restore normal function.

  • Mitral valve insufficiency
  • + Diagnosis and Conservative treatment of Mitral valve insufficiency

    On request
  • + Minimally invasive Mitral valve repair for Mitral valve insufficiency

    On request

    This procedure is less invasive than traditional open-heart surgery and involves making small incisions in the chest to access the heart.

  • + Minimally invasive Mitral valve replacement for Mitral valve insufficiency

    On request

    During the procedure, the surgeon removes the damaged mitral valve and replaces it with a prosthetic valve. This approach is less invasive than traditional open-heart surgery and can result in a quicker recovery time and shorter hospital stay for the patient.

  • Mitral valve stenosis
  • + Diagnosis and Conservative treatment of Mitral valve stenosis

    On request
  • + Treatment of mitral valve stenosis with balloon valvuloplasty

    On request

    During the procedure, a catheter with a deflated balloon attached to its tip is threaded through a blood vessel and into the heart. The balloon is then inflated to widen the opening of the narrowed mitral valve, improving blood flow.

  • + Transcatheter mitral valve repair (TMVR) for Mitral valve stenosis

    On request

    This is a minimally invasive procedure in which a catheter is threaded through a blood vessel to the heart, where a device is used to repair the mitral valve

  • + Transcatheter mitral valve replacement (TMVR) for Mitral valve stenosis

    On request

    During the TMVR procedure, a catheter is threaded through a blood vessel and into the heart, where a replacement mitral valve is implanted over the existing valve

  • Patent foramen ovale (PFO)
  • + Diagnosis and Conservative treatment of Patent foramen ovale (PFO)

    On request
  • + Transcatheter closure of patent foramen ovale (PFO)

    On request

    This is a minimally invasive procedure in which a catheter is threaded through a blood vessel to the heart, where a device is used to close the PFO. The device is typically a small mesh or plug that is placed over the hole to prevent blood from flowing through it.

  • Pulmonary valve insufficiency
  • + Diagnosis and Conservative treatment of Pulmonary valve insufficiency

    On request
  • + Pulmonary valve reconstruction for Pulmonary valve insufficiency

    On request

    In some cases, the damaged pulmonary valve can be repaired rather than replaced. This can involve procedures such as valve leaflet repair or annuloplasty to reshape the valve and improve its function.

  • + Pulmonary valve replacement for Pulmonary valve insufficiency

    On request

    This is a surgical procedure in which the damaged pulmonary valve is removed and replaced with a prosthetic valve

  • Pulmonary valve stenosis
  • + Diagnosis and Conservative treatment of Pulmonary valve stenosis

    On request
  • + Treatment of pulmonary valve stenosis by balloon valvuloplasty

    On request

    This is a minimally invasive procedure in which a catheter with a deflated balloon is inserted into a blood vessel and guided to the pulmonary valve. The balloon is then inflated to widen the opening of the valve and improve blood flow

  • + Treatment of pulmonary valve stenosis by Pulmonary valve reconstruction surgery

    On request

    Pulmonary valve reconstruction surgery can be used to treat pulmonary valve stenosis by removing the narrowed part of the pulmonary valve and reshaping it

  • + Treatment of pulmonary valve stenosis by Pulmonary valve replacement surgery

    On request

    In cases where the pulmonary valve is severely damaged and cannot be repaired, it may need to be replaced.

  • Tetralogy of fallot (ToF)
  • + Diagnosis and Conservative treatment of Tetralogy of fallot (ToF)

    On request
  • + Intracardiac repair of tetralogy of Fallot (ToF)

    On request

    Intracardiac repair of Tetralogy of Fallot (ToF) is a surgical procedure used to correct the four abnormalities associated with the condition

  • Tricuspid valve stenosis
  • + Diagnosis and Conservative treatment of Tricuspid valve stenosis

    On request
  • + Treatment of Tricuspid valve stenosis with balloon valvuloplasty

    On request

    This minimally invasive procedure involves using a balloon catheter to widen the narrowed valve opening

  • + Tricuspid valve reconstruction for Tricuspid valve stenosis

    On request

    During this procedure, the surgeon will repair the valve by reattaching or reshaping the valve leaflets.

  • + Tricuspid valve replacement for Tricuspid valve stenosis

    On request

    In cases where the valve is severely damaged or cannot be repaired, replacement surgery may be necessary.

  • Ventricular septal defect (vsd)
  • + Diagnosis and Conservative treatment of Ventricular septal defect (vsd)

    On request
  • + Transcatheter closure for Ventricular septal defect (vsd)

    On request

    During transcatheter closure, a catheter is inserted into a blood vessel in the leg and guided to the heart, where a device is used to close the hole in the septum.

  • + Open-heart surgery for Ventricular septal defect (vsd)

    On request

    This is the most common surgical procedure used to treat VSD. During open-heart surgery, the surgeon will make an incision in the chest to access the heart and close the hole in the ventricular septum with a patch.

  • Lung cancer
  • + Diagnosis of lung cancer

    On request
  • + Treatment of Lung cancer by Segmental resection

    On request

    The surgeon removes a larger portion of the lung than in a wedge resection, but not an entire lobe.

  • + Treatment of Lung cancer by Wedge resection

    On request

    Wedge resection is a surgical procedure that involves the removal of a small, wedge-shaped piece of lung tissue that contains the tumor. This type of surgery is typically used to treat early-stage non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) when the tumor is small and localized to a specific area of the lung.

  • + Treatment of Lung cancer by Lobectomy

    On request

    The surgeon removes the lobe of the lung containing the tumor

  • + Treatment of Lung cancer by Pneumonectomy

    On request

    Pneumonectomy is a surgical procedure that involves the removal of an entire lung. This type of surgery is typically used to treat early-stage non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) when the tumor is located in the central part of the lung and cannot be removed by a more limited lung resection

  • Mediastinal tumor
  • + Diagnosis of mediastinal tumor

    On request
  • + Surgical resection of Mediastinal tumor

    On request

    Surgical removal of the tumor may be recommended if it is benign or if it is cancerous and has not spread to other parts of the body

  • Thymus cancer
  • + Diagnosis of thymus cancer

    On request
  • + Treatment of Thymus cancer by Thymectomy

    On request

    Surgical removal of the thymus gland, known as thymectomy, is the primary treatment for thymus tumors.

  • Tracheal cancer
  • + Diagnosis of Tracheal cancer

    On request
  • + Treatment of tracheal cancer by Tracheal resection and reconstruction

    On request

    This procedure involves removing the affected portion of the trachea and reconstructing it using tissue from another part of the body or a synthetic material.

  • + Treatment of tracheal cancer with Laryngotracheal resection

    On request

    This procedure involves removing the affected portion of the trachea and the larynx (voice box) if necessary. The remaining trachea is then reconnected to the remaining portion of the larynx

  • Tracheal stenosis
  • + Diagnosis of Tracheal stenosis

    On request
  • + Treatment of tracheal stenosis with balloon dillation

    On request

    This procedure involves inserting a balloon or other device into the trachea to stretch and widen it. Tracheal dilation is often done in conjunction with endoscopic procedures

  • + Treatment of tracheal stenosis with Tracheal resection and reconstruction

    On request

    In severe cases of tracheal stenosis, surgical removal of the narrowed portion of the trachea and reconstruction of the remaining trachea may be necessary.

  • + Surgical treatment of Tracheal stenosis with endoscopic resection

    On request

    These minimally invasive procedures involve inserting a small tube with a camera and specialized tools into the trachea to remove any obstructions or scar tissue

  • Coronary artery bypass graft (CABG)
  • + Coronary artery bypass graft surgery (CABG)

    On request
  • Heart valve replacement surgery
  • + Heart valve replacement surgery

    On request
  • Heart valve repair surgery
  • + Heart valve repair surgery

    On request
  • Maze procedure
  • + Maze Procedure for Atrial Fibrillation

    On request
  • Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR)
  • + Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)

    On request
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