Surgeons in the US currently do not perform this surgery and it is highly controversial. There are not a lot of studies that prove its safety and effectiveness.
This type of surgery is normally preformed by a cardiologist or some other heart specialist. T cells seem to greatly reduce after heart surgery so you would want to consult with your cardiologist.
Often, this is a cardiac procedure but can also refer to lymphoma treatments. The National Cancer Institute offers more information for patients and friends.
