Heart Valve Replacement Surgery

Heart Valve Replacement Surgery: Enhancing Heart Health and Function

Heart Valve Replacement Surgery is a life-changing procedure for individuals with damaged or diseased heart valves. The heart has four valves—mitral, aortic, tricuspid, and pulmonary—that regulate blood flow through the heart’s chambers. When one or more valves don’t function properly due to conditions like stenosis (narrowing) or regurgitation (leakage), the heart has to work harder, leading to symptoms such as chest pain, breathlessness, fatigue, and, in severe cases, heart failure. Valve replacement surgery restores normal blood flow, improves heart function, and relieves symptoms, enabling a better quality of life.

Who Needs Heart Valve Replacement Surgery?

This surgery is recommended for patients with severe valve disease that cannot be managed through medication or minimally invasive procedures. Conditions like aortic stenosis, mitral regurgitation, and other valve disorders that cause significant symptoms or impact heart function typically require valve replacement.

Types of Heart Valve Replacement

• Mechanical Valves: Made from durable materials, mechanical valves are designed to last a lifetime but require patients to take blood thinners permanently.
• Biological Valves: Made from animal or human tissue, these valves do not require long-term blood thinners but may need replacement after 10–20 years.

Benefits of Heart Valve Replacement Surgery

• Improved Heart Function: Restores proper blood flow, alleviating symptoms such as fatigue, swelling, and difficulty breathing.
• Enhanced Quality of Life: Many patients experience better energy levels, mobility, and overall well-being.
• Reduced Risk of Complications: Replacing a faulty valve reduces the risk of heart failure and other related health issues.

At Jyothi Health Guide, we provide expert consultation, state-of-the-art surgical care, and comprehensive post-operative support. Contact us to learn more about heart valve replacement and how it can improve your heart health and quality of life.