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Cardiothoracic Surgeon Sacramento

An adult heart transplantation is an operation in which a cardiothoracic surgeon will replace your failing heart with a new donor heart. Dr James Longoria is regarded as one of the best cardiothoracic surgeon in Sacramento for his experience and staying up to date on latest surgical techniques.

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Cardiothoracic Surgeon Sacramento

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  1. Cardiothoracic Surgeon sacramento

  2. What is Adult Heart Transplantation? • An adult Heart Transplantation is an operation in which a medical transplant team, led by a Cardiothoracic Surgeon will replace your failing heart with a new donor heart. • It is considered as the last option for patients with end-stage heart failure who cannot be treated with medication or surgery.

  3. StatsTrivia • More than 3800 patients, including 500 children undergo heart transplantation. Some patients require both a heart and lung transplant at the same time! • About 88% of heart transplant patients survive the first year after surgery, and 75% survive for 5 years following transplant.

  4. What leads to Heart Transplant? • Virus that damages muscles in the heart • Major heart attack that damages the heart and causes scarring over the time • Coronary artery disease • Diseases of the heart valves that can’t be managed through valve surgery • A heart problem you’re born with (congenital heart defect) • Failure of a previous heart transplant

  5. About Dr James Longoria Dr James Longoria’s offices reside in Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento and leads the cardiothoracic division with more than 25 years of experience. From structural heart interventions to complex cardio-thoracic procedures, Dr. Longoria offers world-class cardiac care to return to you to your optimal health. No wonder why he is regarded as the best Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Sacramento.

  6. Contact Us www.drjameslongoria.com jlongoria@drjameslongoria.com +1-916-456-4428 2800 L St #200, Sacramento CA 95816

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