Areas of Expertise
Dr. Arul Furtado provides world-class cardiothoracic surgical care with specialized mastery across 8 key therapeutic disciplines, emphasizing minimal tissue trauma and optimal long-term survival.
Valve Repair
Repairing a diseased heart valve is universally recognized as superior to replacement whenever feasible. Utilizing chordal transposition, PTFE neo-chordae placement, triangular resection, and annuloplasty ring stabilization, native valves are restored to normal physiological function.
Key Surgical Advantages & Patient Outcomes
- Degenerative Mitral Regurgitation (Barlow's & FED)
- Fibroelastic Deficiency
- Tricuspid Annular Dilation
- Rheumatic Valve Disease
4 weeks with serial echocardiographic evaluation
Individual recovery trajectories may vary based on pre-operative ventricular health and general patient age.
Evaluate Your Candidacy
Have you been advised Valve or need a surgical second opinion on your angiogram / echo?
Aster CMI Hospital, Bengaluru • OP Clinic
Minimally Invasive & Robotic vs. Traditional Open Sternotomy
Understanding the transformative advantages of modern small-incision and keyhole cardiac surgery.
| Clinical Factor | Robotic & MICS Approach | Conventional Median Sternotomy |
|---|---|---|
| Incision Size | 1 to 4 cm keyhole port between ribs | 20 to 25 cm full vertical sternal split |
| Sternal Bone Healing | Breastbone stays 100% intact | Requires 8–12 weeks of sternal bone wiring |
| Blood Loss & Transfusion | Minimal (<100 ml); rare transfusions | Moderate; higher transfusion probability |
| Hospital Stay | 2 to 4 days | 6 to 9 days |
| Return to Driving & Work | 2 to 3 weeks | 8 to 12 weeks |