Medically reviewed by Maria M. LoTempio, MD A heart-lung machine is a piece of medical equipment that temporarily takes over ...

Both open heart surgery and bypass are among the most popular and effective treatments for most heart diseases and conditions. According to doctors, while both have their own applications and ...

Coronary bypass surgery is one treatment option ... Your surgeon will make an incision in your chest to access your heart and will use a machine to take over blood flow while your heart is ...