Cardiac Surgery

Overview

4.6 out of 5 (27 Reviews)

Credits

1.00

Post Assessment Questions

5

Start Date

1 Sep 2023

Last Review Date

3 Sep 2024

Expiration Date

31 Aug 2026

Estimated Time To Finish

60 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

Cardiac surgery is a specialized field of medicine focused on the surgical treatment of heart and thoracic aorta pathologies, and it has progressively evolved since the late 19th century. Cardiac surgery has advanced through the efforts of many dedicated surgeons, leading to the development of more sophisticated treatments for various cardiac pathologies. Notably, the invention of cardiopulmonary bypass was crucial, allowing surgeons to access the heart and perform more complex surgical procedures. Modern cardiac surgery encompasses a broad spectrum of interventions, including coronary artery bypass grafting, surgical revascularization for ischemic heart disease, valve repair and replacement for valvulopathies, heart transplantation, and the treatment of congenital heart defects and arrhythmias. Techniques have evolved significantly—from early methods such as closed mitral commissurotomy to advanced approaches such as transcatheter aortic valve replacement and minimally invasive surgeries.

Cardiovascular surgery relies on skilled healthcare professionals and cutting-edge equipment despite its high operative and perioperative risks. With the increasing prevalence of cardiovascular diseases, the demand for cardiac procedures and specialists in cardiology continues to rise. This activity reviews the importance of cardiac surgery and explores techniques for implementing an effective interprofessional management approach to enhance patient outcomes. This activity also addresses the growing demand for cardiac surgery and interprofessional collaboration among healthcare providers as cardiovascular disease prevalence increases, thereby highlighting the crucial roles of imaging and consensus-based decision-making in optimizing patient care.


Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians, physician associates, nurses, pharmacists, and nurse practitioners.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be better able to:

  • Identify the various surgical techniques and interventions available for treating different cardiac pathologies, including coronary artery bypass grafting, valve repair, and heart transplantation.

  • Assess the effectiveness of various imaging modalities and diagnostic tools in planning and executing cardiac surgical interventions.

  • Apply knowledge of advanced surgical techniques and technologies, such as transcatheter aortic valve replacement and extracorporeal membrane oxygenation, to improve patient care.

  • Collaborate with an interprofessional healthcare team, including cardiologists, anesthesiologists, and nurses, to develop and implement comprehensive patient care plans.

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Continuing Education Accreditation Information

In support of improving patient care, StatPearls, LLC is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

 

Nurses: StatPearls designates this activity for 1.00 ANCC contact hour(s). Nurses should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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  2. Review the target audience, learning objectives, and disclosure information.
  3. Study the educational content of the enduring material.
  4. Choose the best answer to each activity test question. To receive credit and a certificate, you must pass the test questions with a minimum score of 100%.
  5. Complete the post-activity assessment survey.

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