Thoracic surgery in Colombia
Here is that expert thoracic surgeon, with years of experience and thousands of successfully operated patients, backed by testimonials of complete satisfaction.
Medical evidence establishes that the thoracic surgeon is the indicated specialist for thoracoscopic sympathectomy. Consequently, and without exception, our recommendation to patients is to always consult this specialist, and never another surgical specialty.
Thoracic Surgery with Experts
Corporate Testimonial of SUCCESS.
- Since 2005, in the main cities of Colombia, we have carefully selected only thoracic surgeons who, at that time, had the highest number of sympathectomies performed.
- That’s why, after more than 20 years, you can find here a thoracic surgeon with such extensive experience and surgical skill that only comes from operating on thousands of patients.
- The results have been exceptional, with a very favorable recovery and feedback from our patients consistently highlighting the professionalism and the definitive elimination of troublesome sweating with just a few days of downtime.
Our Stars of Excellence
Without exception, the surgeons who perform sympathectomy are thoracic surgeons and belong to the Colombian Association of Thoracic Surgery (Asocoltorax). This affiliation guarantees their specialization and adherence to the highest standards in thoracic surgical procedures, including sympathectomy.
Certified Experts & Top Medical Team
For us, certifications are just a basic requirement. A Guiavital Senior Thoracic Surgeon, with over 20 years of experience, goes beyond these standards. Together with their multidisciplinary team, they possess the expertise to deliver the highest probability of success, ensuring exceptional outcomes in every procedure.
Top Hospitals & Facilities
Our Packages Include JCI-Accredited Clinics: Our plastic surgical packages provide access to JCI-accredited clinics, guaranteeing the highest levels of safety, cutting-edge technology, and unmatched quality in patient care
Top Medical Team:
Guiavital thoracic surgeons are backed by a multidisciplinary team that has worked alongside them from the start, strengthening their surgical expertise to enhance success rates. The collective experience and long-standing collaboration of this team ensure precision in every procedure.
Safest Medical Package :
The surgeon and clinic are essential; the rest is comfort and safety. Our USD policies double the usual coverage amounts, protecting against surgical risks and providing coverage for each companion. With extra protection and direct payouts, you won’t need to worry about paperwork or reimbursements.
Global Health Concierge
We provide you with a trusted advisor to help plan, coordinate, and manage every detail of your procedure—up to 6 months in advance—keeping everything under control so you can enjoy a safe and peaceful experience.
Total Comfort & Quality Care
Enjoy the comforts of home with an ultra-safe thoracic plastic surgery package that includes premium accommodations and private transportation. We take care of your safety and well-being every step of the way.
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Your thoracic surgery with a faster, less painful postoperative period.
- To ensure the best results in sympathectomy, a minimally invasive thoracic surgery used to treat excessive sweating and pathological blushing, it is crucial for the patient to be in optimal health before the operation. This minimizes the chances of complications and contributes to a safer and more effective recovery. Although the technique used minimizes trauma, the patient’s overall stability before surgery is key to ensuring a smooth recovery process.
- Even though sympathectomy for treating excessive sweating and pathological blushing is minimally invasive, it is essential to be in optimal health before surgery to reduce complications and ensure a safer postoperative recovery.
Why is Thoracic Surgery in Colombia Safe?
Not only is thoracic surgery in Colombia reliable, but this is due to the availability of universities with medical schools, university hospitals, and specialized clinics on par with those in Europe or the United States.
In other words, Colombia, as a leader in medical tourism in Central America, offers excellent quality at a price that no other country in the region can match, thanks to the advantage of the Colombian peso against the dollar.
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What is Thoracic Surgery?
It is a subspecialty of General Surgery that involves the study and surgical treatment of diseases affecting:
- Lungs
- Pleura
- Trachea
- Mediastinum
- Diaphragm
- Bone structure
- Soft tissues of the chest wall
- Some esophageal diseases
Risks of Thoracic Surgery
There are two most common risks in thoracic surgery:
- Cardiac arrhythmias
- Ventricular arrhythmias
- Atrial arrhythmias
Postoperative Care for Thoracic Surgery
- Keep the surgical area bandaged for 48 hours
- Bathe with warm water
- Follow a balanced diet
- Perform 30 minutes of daily exercises, mainly stretching, to strengthen muscles.
What are the procedures in thoracic surgery?
Trachea:
- Tracheal resections for benign stenosis or tumors.
Pleurectomy:
- Pulmonary decortication in cases of complicated infections of the pleural space.
Thoracic Sympathectomy:
- Excessive sweating (axillary or palmar hyperhidrosis) and/or facial blushing.
Tumors:
- Resection of benign and malignant mediastinal tumors.
Chest Trauma:
- Complex resections and reconstructions of the chest wall due to tumors, as well as reduction and osteosynthesis of fractures in selected cases of chest trauma.
Diaphragm:
- Correction of diaphragmatic hernias
- Plication in cases of diaphragm eventration or paralysis
- Mapping and implantation of a diaphragmatic pacemaker.
Lung:
- Lung Cancer:
- Staging through mediastinoscopy and mediastinotomy
- Lobectomy or simple pneumonectomy with mediastinal lymph node dissection
- Wedge resection
