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Has anyone had minimally invasive Septal Myectomy?
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) | Last Active: Jan 8 9:58am | Replies (23)Comment receiving replies
I am sorry if I misunderstood you but you are saying that one doctor told you that robotic myectomy minimally invasive surgery is not available for HOCM? Dr. Wierup of the cleveland clinic also performs this type of surgery. I am not sure how long ago your surgery was, but this is available NOW and those who are candidates for it should do their homework and seek out those doctors with success. You agree?
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Hi @mspope111,
My surgery was four years ago, and minimally invasive septal myectomy was available, I was told by my surgeon that it would not work for me due to the location of my obstruction, and all I was sharing is that each case is different and to be prepared to listen to the experts as they go over your options.
I also mentioned that advances in medicine happen each day, for which I am so grateful. In your case you may be a candidate for the minimally invasive approach. I would have chosen that if I could!
I wanted you to be able to look for the best of the best for you, and not worry about the surgical approach or location of the hospital.
This surgery is so precise, so delicate that it requires a skilled expert who has done hundreds of them. A COE has achieved that status based on many things including technical skill, research and excellent outcomes and the highest quality of healthcare.
Not to say that other facilities cannot perform this procedure...
I hope you keep us posted on your journey! It is a lot to process and you are doing your homework and being your own best advocate.
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COE is a gold star however, there are other competent doctors who have been trained and have done this type of surgery over and over again. You have to feel comfortable with the "team" and I agree not one size fits all. Thanks for your experience!