About Aortic Valve Replacement Minimally Invasive
Key Highlights
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Smaller incisions lead to minimal scarring and reduced trauma.Typically results in less post-operative pain and a lower risk of infection.Often associated with reduced blood loss during surgery.Shorter average hospital stay compared to traditional open-heart surgery.Faster overall recovery and return to normal activities.May be an option for patients who are higher risk for a full sternotomy./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Severe symptomatic aortic stenosis (narrowing of the valve).
- Severe aortic regurgitation (leaky valve) causing heart enlargement or symptoms.
- Failed previous aortic valve repair or a degenerated bioprosthetic valve.
- Congenital aortic valve disease that is causing significant problems.
- Infective endocarditis (valve infection) that has damaged the aortic valve.
- To prevent heart failure or sudden cardiac death in eligible patients.
How to prepare
- Complete a thorough pre-operative evaluation, including blood tests, ECG, echocardiogram, and possibly a cardiac catheterization.
- Discuss all current medications with your cardiac team; you may need to stop blood thinners or adjust other drugs.
- Undergo dental clearance to eliminate potential sources of infection.
- Follow specific fasting instructions (typically no food or drink after midnight before surgery).
- Arrange for help at home during the initial recovery period.
- Stop smoking and optimize management of other conditions like diabetes or hypertension.
Risks & possible complications
- Bleeding during or after the procedure, potentially requiring transfusion.
- Risk of infection, including at the incision site or of the new valve (endocarditis).
- Stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA) due to dislodged plaque or clots.
- Heart rhythm abnormalities (arrhythmias), which may require medication or a pacemaker.
- Adverse reactions to anesthesia.
- Valve-related complications, such as prosthesis malfunction, leakage, or blood clot formation.
- Kidney injury, especially in patients with pre-existing kidney disease.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial recovery occurs in the ICU or a specialized cardiac unit for close monitoring.
- Pain management is provided, and breathing exercises are encouraged to prevent lung complications.
- You will gradually begin walking with assistance, often within a day or two of surgery.
- Incision care instructions will be provided; keeping the area clean and dry is crucial.
- Participation in a structured cardiac rehabilitation program is strongly recommended.
- Follow-up appointments are essential to monitor heart function, valve performance, and healing.
- Lifelong medications, such as blood thinners for mechanical valves, may be required.
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Typical hospital stay: 5-7 days
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Expected recovery time: 6-8 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering aortic valve replacement minimally invasive in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for aortic valve replacement minimally invasive in India include Miot Hospital Chennai, Kamineni Hospital, King Koti, Kamineni Hospital, Tadigadapa, Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform aortic valve replacement minimally invasive. MediFyr helps you compare cardiac surgeons and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for aortic valve replacement minimally invasive compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Aortic Valve Replacement Minimally Invasive in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated cardiac surgery teams and experience managing patients undergoing aortic valve replacement minimally invasive.
John Roy, a 68-year-old retired high...
John Roy, a 68-year-old retired high school principal and avid gardener, had been slowing down for over a year. He attributed his increasing shortness of breath and dizzy spells to 'just getting older.' His wife finally insisted he see a doctor after he nearly fainted while mowing the lawn. Tests revealed severe aortic stenosis, a dangerously narrowed heart valve. His cardiologist, Dr. Evans, explained that his valve was like a rusty gate, barely opening, and that a minimally invasive aortic valve replacement (TAVR) was the best option to avoid the full trauma of open-heart surgery. John was terrified; the word 'heart surgery' filled him with dread. The procedure itself, done through a small incision in his groin, was surprisingly straightforward. He was awake with sedation and felt no pain. The recovery in the hospital was brief, and within weeks, he was back in his garden without gasping for air. Emotionally, he moved from fear and denial to immense gratitude. He felt he had been given a second chance to enjoy his retirement and family, his anxiety replaced by a profound sense of relief and a renewed zest for life.
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