Medical articles from Mr Neil Roberts

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22/10/2018

Cardiothoracic Surgeon

Heart health: TAVI vs. AVR – Part 2

When aortic stenosis threatens the heart, two treatment options are TAVI and AVR. In the second part of this article, top cardiothoracic surgeon Mr Neil Roberts lays out the advantages and disadvantages of these procedures and explains when each would be recommended.

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10/10/2018

Mr Neil Roberts

Cardiothoracic Surgeon

Heart health: TAVI vs. AVR – Part 1

Our hearts are responsible for keeping us alive. However, there are a myriad of problems that can impact our heart health, one of which is aortic stenosis. There are two surgical options to treat this problem: TAVI and AVR. In this two-part series of articles, leading consultant cardiothoracic surgeon, Mr Neil Roberts, explains these procedures and the pros and cons of each. But first, what exactly is aortic stenosis?

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29/03/2018

Mr Neil Roberts

Cardiothoracic Surgeon

How soon can I do exercise following heart surgery?

Leading consultant cardiothoracic surgeon, Mr Neil Roberts explains how soon you can return to normal activity following heart surgery, and how increased exercise improves your rate of recovery.