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The cardiac valve helps keep blood flowing in the right direction through the heart. When the valve doesn’t close properly due to some issue, it is known as aortic valve regurgitation. MGM Healthcare, Chennai has a highly trained and experienced team that provides interventional cardiac services such as Percutaneous Coronary Intervention 24X7. The latest Flat Panel Cath Lab and FD- Clarity 10 helps in performing all kinds of simple and complex Cardiac Interventions with great accuracy and precision. Primary PCI allows the centre to handle cardiac emergencies within a short time. A monoplane catheterisation laboratory at the hospital is ideal for cardiological intervention. It is also equipped with State-of-the-art 128-slice CT machines that help perform image-guided PCIs. Cardiac valve replacement at MGM Healthcare, Chennai is one of the most sought-after procedures at the center.
| Speciality | Cardiac Sciences |
| Procedure | Cardiac Valve Replacement |
| Success Rate | 95-98% |
| Recovery Time | 3 to 4 weeks |
| Treatment Time | 2 to 4 hours |
| Chances of Recurrence | 2-5% |
Cardiac valve replacement is a procedure performed to replace damaged or weakened valves with a biological or mechanical valve. It is a recommended procedure when the valves are not properly developed in a child or weaken over time in adults. The surgery helps restore normal blood flow and improve heart function, enhancing the patient's quality of life and reducing symptoms associated with valve dysfunction. The choice of valve material depends on factors such as age, lifestyle, and the specific condition of the patient, and is determined in consultation with the cardiac surgeon and medical team.
A heart valve replacement is most commonly recommended when valve repair is ruled out by cardiac specialists. The replacement is most commonly performed to treat people suffering from aortic valve disease (mostly aortic stenosis- i.e., narrowing of the aortic vessels). Some of the other common conditions that may require a heart valve replacement include:
The recovery period for heart valve replacement typically spans one to two months, although individuals who undergo minimally invasive procedures may have a faster recovery. During the initial three weeks of recovery, one may experience fatigue. Driving should be avoided for several weeks following the operation. Additionally, it is advised not to lift anything weighing more than 10 pounds for approximately six to eight weeks post-surgery. Each individual's recovery journey may vary. Your doctor may advise you on the right practices post-surgery.
When it comes to life-saving cardiac treatments, Aortic Valve Replacement (AVR) and Mitral Valve Replacement (MVR) surgeries are game changers for patients with valve-related heart diseases. With developments in medical technology
