What does “minimally invasive” really mean? When people hear the term “minimally invasive,” they expect less pain and faster recovery. But not all surgical techniques deliver that promise. Some still involve cutting through the breastbone or significant trauma to the ribs. Totally Endoscopic Cardiac Surgery (TECS) is different. A single 2 to 2.5 cm incision […]
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Northern Kentucky Leads the Way in Heart Surgery Innovation
St. Elizabeth Healthcare is transforming cardiac care with groundbreaking technology and a commitment to healing that’s changing lives across our region. In Northern Kentucky, heart surgery is entering a new era. At St. Elizabeth Healthcare, cardiothoracic surgeon Dr. Mario Castillo-Sang is pioneering a technique called Totally Endoscopic Cardiac Surgery (TECS) – a minimally invasive approach […]