Mitral Valve Replacement

Mitral Valve Replacement: Restoring Heart Efficiency and Health

Mitral Valve Replacement is a vital surgical procedure for patients with severe mitral valve disease. The mitral valve between the heart’s left atrium and left ventricle ensures that blood flows in one direction. Mitral stenosis (narrowing) and mitral regurgitation (leakage) disrupt this flow, causing blood to go back into the lungs and putting extra strain on the heart. This can lead to symptoms like breathlessness, fatigue, irregular heartbeat, and, in severe cases, heart failure. Mitral valve replacement surgery replaces the damaged valve with a new one, restoring efficient blood flow and alleviating symptoms.

Who Needs Mitral Valve Replacement?

Mitral valve replacement is recommended for individuals with severe mitral valve dysfunction that medications or minimally invasive techniques cannot manage. Patients with symptoms impacting daily life, risk of heart failure, or worsening valve disease are often candidates for this procedure.

Types of Mitral Valve Replacement

• Mechanical Valves: Made of durable materials, these valves last a lifetime but require patients to take blood-thinning medications permanently.
• Biological Valves: Made from animal or human tissue, biological valves don’t require long-term blood thinners but may need replacement after 10–20 years.

Benefits of Mitral Valve Replacement

• Restored Heart Function: Replacing the faulty mitral valve helps to regulate blood flow, reducing strain on the heart.
• Improved Quality of Life: Most patients experience relief from symptoms, allowing for increased energy, better mobility, and overall well-being.
• Reduced Risk of Complications: The procedure helps prevent future complications such as heart failure and arrhythmias.

At Jyothi Health Guide, our team of cardiac specialists is dedicated to providing comprehensive care throughout your mitral valve replacement journey. Contact us to learn more about mitral valve replacement and how it can restore your heart health and quality of life.