Having Heart Surgery

There are many conditions which may mean that you may be  facing the prospect of heart surgery.

It could be for a problem with a heart valve, coronary arteries or a congenital condition.

Whatever the reason for your surgery, it can be a worrying time for you and your family.

Our booklets Having Heart Surgery or Valvular Heart Disease may help you to understand what will happen to you.

After surgery you may attend a Cardiac Rehabilitation Programme. You can also find out more information from our Rehabilitation CD or cassette.

BHF Heart Support Groups may also help to support you and your family as you recover and in the future.

Other useful information booklets include:

(HIS 21)Returning to work with a heart condition, (DVD 8)Affairs of the Heart

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