Valve Repair/Replacement
Valve repair is a surgical procedure that aims to repair a damaged heart valve rather than replacing it entirely. The procedure involves making small incisions in the chest and using specialized tools to repair the valve.
Valve repair can be performed on any of the heart’s valves, including the mitral, aortic, tricuspid, and pulmonary valves. The procedure is minimally invasive and typically results in less pain and a quicker recovery time than valve replacement surgery.
Valve Repair
Valve replacement is a surgical procedure that involves removing a damaged heart valve and replacing it with a prosthetic valve. The prosthetic valve can be made of either biological or mechanical materials.
Valve replacement is typically recommended when the damage to the valve is severe and cannot be repaired. The procedure can be performed using open-heart surgery or minimally invasive techniques, depending on the patient’s condition and medical history.
Benefits
Valve repair and replacement procedures can provide numerous benefits for patients with heart valve disorders. Here are some of the benefits of valve repair/replacement:
Health Tips & Info
Repair or replacement of a damaged heart valve can improve the heart’s ability to pump blood efficiently and effectively.
Heart valve disorders can cause symptoms such as chest pain, shortness of breath, and fatigue. Repair or replacement of a damaged valve can alleviate these symptoms, improving the patient’s quality of life.
Heart valve disorders can lead to serious complications such as heart failure, stroke, and blood clots. Repair or replacement of a damaged valve can reduce the risk of these complications.
Valve repair or replacement can improve the patient’s overall health and increase their lifespan.