Understanding heart surgery

This booklet can help you and your loved ones prepare for heart surgery, understand what happens during surgery and learn what to expect in the days, weeks and months after your surgery. It can support you during your treatment and recovery.

It's also available as a smaller, pocket-sized version.

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Published:	10/02/2026
Subjects:	Treatments for heart condition, Living with heart disease
Resource code:	HIS12A5LP/0225
Publication for:	Healthcare professionals, General public, People with heart disease, Patient
Language:	English
Age group:	All
Maximum order quantity:	100 printed copies

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