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Prof. Dr. Selim İsbir

Prof. Dr. Selim İsbir

He was born in Ankara in 1968.

He graduated with honors from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty in 1991.

Between 1991-1997, he completed his specialization training in the Department of Cardiovascular Surgery at Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine.

Between 1997-1998, he completed a clinical fellowship in adult cardiac surgery and heart transplantation at the Mayo Clinic Department of Cardiovascular Surgery in the United States.

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Heart Diseases

Heart diseases are serious health problems that negatively affect the heart's blood pumping function. Genetic predisposition, lifestyle, and chronic diseases directly impact heart health. With early diagnosis and proper treatment, the progression of heart diseases can be largely prevented.

What Are Heart Valve Diseases? Symptoms, Causes,…

Heart valve diseases are serious circulatory system disorders that occur due to the dysfunction of the valves inside the heart and can pose life-threatening…

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Advancements in Aortic Valve Diseases: Highlights for…

Advancements in aortic valve diseases are opening doors to more effective and personalized treatment approaches in cardiac health. Thanks to newly developed drugs, biological…

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Tricuspid Valve Diseases: Causes and Surgical Treatment

Tricuspid valve diseases: The Tricuspid Valve is a three-leaflet valve located between the right atrium and right ventricle of the heart, ensuring one-way blood…

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Vascular Diseases

Vascular diseases are circulatory system disorders that affect arteries, veins, and capillaries. High blood pressure, diabetes, and cholesterol imbalance can disrupt the structure of blood vessels, leading to serious complications. Regular health check-ups and healthy lifestyle habits play a critical role in preventing vascular diseases.

Vascular Diseases? Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Methods

Vascular diseases encompass disorders that occur in the body’s arterial and venous systems. For healthy blood circulation, blood vessels need to be open and…

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What is Carotid Artery Blockage? Symptoms and…

Carotid artery blockage is a serious vascular disease that causes reduced oxygenated blood flow to the brain. Although it may not show symptoms in…

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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT): Symptoms and Treatment

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a circulatory system disorder characterized by a blood clot typically forming in the deep veins of the legs. This…

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Surgical Techniques

Surgical techniques used in cardiovascular surgery are shaped according to the type and extent of the disease, and the patient's general health condition. From open-heart surgeries to minimally invasive methods, many modern techniques aim to both extend life expectancy and make the recovery process more comfortable. You can check our related articles to learn more about all current applications and methods in this field.

What is Beating Heart Bypass (Off-Pump Bypass)?

Beating heart bypass (Off-Pump Bypass) method is a modern coronary bypass surgery performed without stopping the heart. Coronary artery disease occurs when there is…

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What is Open Heart Surgery? Method, Advantages,…

Open heart surgery remains one of the most frequently performed and well-established procedures in modern cardiac surgery. This approach enables a wide range of…

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Heart Surgery with a Small Incision: What…

Heart surgeries performed with a small incision are modern surgical methods that offer patients less pain, faster recovery, and aesthetic advantages. Traditional heart surgeries…

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is age important in heart disease? Prof. Dr. Selim İsbir

The term heart disease encompasses a very broad group of diseases. If we're referring to coronary artery disease, which develops due to arterial hardening in adulthood and results in blockage of the coronary arteries that feed the heart, age is not very important. The disease begins to appear in the early stages of life and can develop early depending on your lifestyle (smoking, blood pressure, weight, etc.). If you have diabetes and are obese, the chance of developing heart disease is higher.

How do I know if I have high blood pressure? Prof. Dr. Selim İsbir

Hypertension, as we call it, is a disease that progresses insidiously and often doesn't show symptoms. Some patients complain of pain spreading from the neck to the head. The best way is to have your blood pressure measured at regular intervals.

Heart disease runs in my family, could I develop it too? Prof. Dr. Selim İsbir

Hereditary factors play an important role in the development of heart diseases. If there is heart disease in your family, you have a higher risk of developing it too. Family factors play a particularly important role in coronary artery disease and vascular dilations we call aneurysms. Be sure to consult your doctor to check your risk factors. By paying attention to your lifestyle, you can reduce your risk of developing heart disease.

When should I have my blood cholesterol level measured? Prof. Dr. Selim İsbir

If hyperlipidemia, which we call high blood fats, is present in your family, consult your doctor immediately. In some families, blood fats may be high from childhood. The general opinion is to measure blood cholesterol levels from the 20s onwards, and if it's high, it should definitely be lowered.

What are the symptoms of a heart attack? Prof. Dr. Selim İsbir

Although a sudden, severe pain in your chest that radiates to your left arm can generally be a sign of a heart attack, you can also have a heart attack without pain. Especially if you have diabetes, you may not feel pain. In addition to chest pain, symptoms such as shortness of breath, nausea, and pain radiating to the jaw can also be signs of a heart attack.

Why does smoking harm my heart health? Prof. Dr. Selim İsbir

High blood pressure is more common in smokers. Physical activity is limited in smokers and blood clotting rate is increased. At the same time, the level of good cholesterol, which we call HDL, is found to be lower in smokers. These reasons lead to faster blockage of the coronary arteries that feed the heart.

How can I reduce my chance of having a heart attack? Prof. Dr. Selim İsbir

It's very simple, you need to control your risk factors. If you have high blood pressure, you'll lower your blood pressure values with medication. If you have diabetes, you'll control your blood sugar. You'll exercise regularly. Most importantly, if you smoke, you must quit. Especially if you have a family history of heart disease, you must do these things.

Is gender a risk factor for heart disease? Prof. Dr. Selim İsbir

Men are at a disadvantage compared to women in this regard. Men have a higher chance of having a heart attack compared to women. Also, men tend to have heart attacks at earlier stages of their lives compared to women.

Is alcohol consumption important in terms of heart disease? Prof. Dr. Selim İsbir

Excessive alcohol consumption leads to increased blood pressure (Hypertension), irregular heartbeats, and elevated levels of fats in the blood called triglycerides. If you consume alcohol, you should limit it to 1-2 glasses per day. The type of alcohol consumed (wine, etc.) is not important in terms of heart disease development.