Defects can occur inside the heart or in the large blood vessels outside the heart. The defect may require immediate surgery or may allow to safely wait for months or years. Usually, the timing of the surgery will depend on how sick the baby is. The heart defect may be repaired in a single surgical operation or may require a series of operations. Surgery may involve opening the heart. The incision may be made through the sternum (sternotomy) and between the lungs (mediastinum) or on the side of the chest, between the ribs (thoracotomy).
GEISTER offers a large range of special instruments for pediatric, neonatal or even prematures babies cardiac surgery procedures such as miniature vascular clamps, miniature rib spreaders and sternum retractors, ultra-delicate needle holders, highly precise micro instruments, extra thin suction tubes etc..
