Dr. John Forrest Seccombe MD
Cardiothoracic Surgeon
1821 S WEBSTER AVE GREEN BAY WI, 54301About
Dr. John Seccombe is a cardiothoracic surgeon practicing in GREEN BAY, WI. Dr. Seccombe specializes in surgical procedues of vital organs in the chest such as the heart, lungs, esophagus and more. As a cardiothoracic surgeon, Dr. Seccombe typically treats conditions like heart disease and lung disease. This class of surgeon can also include cardiac surgeons, cardiovascular surgeons, congenital heart surgeons and general thoracic surgeons.
Education and Training
Mayo Med Sch, Rochester Mn 1990
Board Certification
Thoracic SurgeryAmerican Board of Thoracic SurgeryABTS
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Will diastolic dysfunction lead to heart failure?
Diastolic dysfunction means the heart muscle is stiffer than normal. When the muscle of the heart becomes very stiff, the pumping function suffers. The pumping function can suffer to the point that pressure builds up leading to a ‘back-up’ of blood flow. That build up of pressure and back up of blood flow equals heart failure. Diastolic dysfunction can become as serious as any form of heart failure. It is essential that your father see his heart doctor on a regular basis to assure optimal treatment of his diastolic dysfunction. READ MORE
Valve repair success
A properly repaired mitral valve offers several advantages over mitral valve replacement. When compared to mitral valve replacement, successful mitral valve repair has fewer surgical complications, better long term heart function and improved long term survival. The decision to repair vs replace the mitral valve depends on the cause of the valve problem and the likelihood that the mitral valve can be successfully repaired. For example, patients with the most common forms of mitral valve problems can usually be successfully repaired. However, mitral valve problems caused by rheumatic fever may not be repairable and may require valve replacement. My philosophy is to repair the mitral valve whenever possible. This can be accomplished in greater than 90% of patients with the most common form of mitral valve problems and in greater than 70% of patients with more complex forms of mitral valve problems. READ MORE
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