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Dr. Raul F Abella

Pediatric Cardiac Surgeon

, Barcelona, Spain

25 Years of experience

Speaks: English , Spanish

 

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Dr. Raul F Abella is a specialized Pediatric CTVS in Spain. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Barcelona, Spain. The doctor has over 25 Years of experience and is associated with Dexeus University Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Raul F Abella is part of:

  • Founding Member of the World Society for Paediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery.
  • Member of the European Association of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery

Qualifications :

  • 1986 Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery
  • 1987 Morphology of Congenital Heart Disease, Ministry of Public Health and Institute of Cardiology and Cardiovascular Surgery
  • 1989 Cardiac Surgery Training

Hospital Address :

Hospital Universitari Dexeus - Grupo Quir

Medical Expertise of Dr. Raul F Abella

  • Dr. Ral Felipe Abellá is a paediatric cardiovascular surgery consultant.
  • Atrial Septal Defect (ASD) Repair, Fontan Procedure, PDA Closure, and TOF Repair constitute the procedures that are the expertise of Dr. Raul F Abella.
  • More than 25 years of experience and over 3000 heart operations, including some of the most complex procedures.
  • Founding Member of the World Society for Paediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery and Member of the European Association of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery.
  • Speaker at over 100 national and international conferences, 200 articles and publications.
  • Member of the Cardiac Paediatric Surgery Programme, Autonomous University of Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain, Medical School Programme, University of Girona, Girona, Spain.
  • 56 plus humanitarian missions in 9 nations as a cardiovascular surgeon and operated on more than 525 children with or without extracorporeal circulation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the top Pediatric CTVSs from other cities?

Following are some of the best Pediatric CTVSs in other cities:

Which are some of the best hospitals Pediatric CTVSs in Barcelona, Spain are associated with?
Pediatric CTVS

A pediatric cardiothoracic surgeon is a doctor who specializes in surgical procedures of the lungs, heart, esophagus, and other organs in children. Pediatric cardiac surgeons are trained and experienced to treat both congenital as well as acquired heart problems in children, newborns, and adolescents. These surgeons can be called cardiovascular surgeons, cardiac surgeons, general thoracic surgeons, and congenital heart surgeons.

Cardiothoracic surgery is the field of medicine which involves surgical treatment of organs inside the thoracic cavity.

What are the qualifications of a Pediatric CTVS?

Candidates aspiring to become a Pediatric CTVSmust have a 5½ years MBBS degree followed by 2 to 3 years MS course.

Cardiothoracic surgeons would graduate from medical school and complete general surgery residency followed by a 2- or 3-year cardiothoracic surgery residency program, or complete integrated cardiothoracic surgery residency.

Some cardiothoracic surgeons prefer to do additional training in a subspecialized area. However, this training is optional with the exception of congenital heart surgery, which includes completion of a one-year fellowship.

What conditions do Pediatric CTVS treat?

Some conditions treated by pediatric CTVS are:

  • Tetralogy of Fallot
  • Atrial Septal Defect
  • Patent Ductus Arteriosus
  • Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
  • Ventricular Septal Defects
  • Coarctation of the Aorta
  • Single Ventricle Disease
What diagnostic tests are required by Pediatric CTVS?

Your Pediatric CTVSmay order some medical tests to help find out what heart condition you are suffering from. Some of these tests are explained below.

  • Nuclear cardiac stress test: This is also called an ‘exercise thallium scan’ or an ‘exercise nuclear scan’.
  • Coronary angiogram: A coronary angiogram may be done after angina or a heart attack.
  • Electrocardiogram (ECG): An ECG measures your heart’s electrical impulses and indicates heart health.
  • Echocardiogram: It is a common test that gives a picture of the heart using ultrasound.
  • Coronary computed tomography angiogram (CCTA): It is a specialized type of computed tomography (CT) scan that is used to help diagnose coronary artery disease.
  • Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI): It shows the structure of your heart and how it is working, so the best treatment can be decided for you.
When should you visit a Pediatric CTVS?

There are many signs and symptoms of congenital CTV disease in children. You need to see a Pediatric CTVS if you see the below-listed signs and symptoms:

  • Difficulty feeding
  • Fatigue
  • Blue colour around the lips and blue skin
  • Shortness of breath
  • Pale skin
  • Poor growth
  • Weakened pulse
  • Weakened grip
  • Sudden pains in neck or shoulders
  • Chest pain
  • Shortness of breath
  • Rapid or irregular pulse
  • Pain in the jaw, neck, upper back
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Dizziness or fainting
  • Unexplained weakness or fatigue
  • Difficulty swallowing
  • Heart palpitations
  • Anxiety
What can you expect from your first visit with a Pediatric CTVS?

A Pediatric CTVScan help find out the cause of symptoms and develop a treatment plan for both complex and common neurological conditions. During a neurological exam, various instruments may be used to evaluate the cardiothoracic system.

A Pediatric CTVS will ask about your complete health history. They will conduct a physical exam to test your cardiothoracic system.

In addition to tests and physical exams, you could get a lot of information at your first appointment. You may need to bring a family member or friend along with you. The person you bring can help ask questions, listen, and take notes.

Which are the most common procedures performed by a Pediatric CTVS?
  • SD/VSD Surgical Closure
  • Coarctation of the Aorta Repair
  • Fontan Operation
  • Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Repair
  • Heart Valve Repair and Replacement
  • Bicuspid Aortic Valve Repair
  • Blalock-Taussig Shunt
  • Norwood Procedure
  • PDA Surgical Closure
  • Ross Procedure
  • Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome Repair
  • Mitral Stenosis Repair
  • Mitral Valve Prolapse Repair

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