Cardiac Surgery Glossary

100 terms total — 3 showing — Last updated 15 Sep 2026

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mitral valve repair

Intermediate Technical IVT

Surgical reconstruction of the mitral valve to restore normal function while preserving the native valve structure.

15 Sep 2026

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Intermediate Technical IVT

Accumulation of excess fluid in the pericardial space surrounding the heart.

pericardial fluid collection

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Intermediate Technical IVT

Accumulation of fluid in the pleural space, common after cardiac surgery requiring drainage if symptomatic.

pleural fluid collection

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Intermediate Technical IVT

Congenital heart defect characterized by an abnormal opening in the wall separating the heart's two lower chambers.

VSD

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Glossary terms, with category, difficulty and definition
Term	Category	Difficulty	Definition
pericardial effusion IVT	Technical Term	Intermediate	Accumulation of excess fluid in the pericardial space surrounding the heart.
pleural effusion IVT	Technical Term	Intermediate	Accumulation of fluid in the pleural space, common after cardiac surgery requiri...
ventricular septal defect IVT	Technical Term	Intermediate	Congenital heart defect characterized by an abnormal opening in the wall separat...

Glossary Stats

Total terms 100

IVT eligible 100

Verified 0

intermediate 42

advanced 16

professional 42