Learn about Heart Valve Disease Treatment in India — how it works, who it is for, recovery timelines, and what to expect before and after surgery. Compare hospitals and doctors experienced in Heart Valve Disease and request assistance for cost estimates or appointments.

About Heart Valve Disease

Heart valve disease treatment involves a range of procedures performed by a cardiologist to repair or replace malfunctioning heart valves. These valves regulate blood flow through the heart's chambers. When they become narrowed (stenosis), leaky (regurgitation), or otherwise dysfunctional, it can severely strain the heart. Treatment options vary from minimally invasive techniques like balloon valvuloplasty to complex open-heart surgery for valve repair or replacement. The cardiologist will determine the best approach based on the specific valve affected, the severity of the disease, and the patient's overall health. Timely intervention is crucial to restore efficient blood flow, alleviate symptoms like shortness of breath and fatigue, and prevent serious complications such as heart failure or stroke.

Key Highlights

    Restores proper blood flow and improves heart efficiency.Alleviates debilitating symptoms like shortness of breath, chest pain, and fatigue.Prevents long-term complications such as heart failure, stroke, or arrhythmias.Offers both minimally invasive and surgical options tailored to the patient's condition.Significantly improves quality of life, exercise tolerance, and life expectancy.

Who is this surgery for?

  • Severe valve stenosis (narrowing) causing significant obstruction of blood flow.
  • Severe valve regurgitation (leakage) leading to heart chamber enlargement or dysfunction.
  • Symptomatic patients experiencing breathlessness, chest pain, dizziness, or fainting.
  • Evidence of declining heart function or strain on the heart muscle.
  • To prevent irreversible heart damage or complications despite being asymptomatic in some high-risk cases.

How to prepare

  • Comprehensive diagnostic tests including echocardiogram, cardiac catheterization, and ECG.
  • Complete medical history review and physical examination by the cardiologist and cardiac surgeon.
  • Pre-operative blood tests, chest X-ray, and possibly a dental check-up to rule out infections.
  • Discussion of anesthesia, procedure risks, and type of valve (mechanical or biological) for replacement.
  • Instructions on fasting, adjusting current medications (especially blood thinners), and smoking cessation.

Risks & possible complications

  • Bleeding, infection, or adverse reactions to anesthesia.
  • Blood clot formation leading to stroke, heart attack, or valve thrombosis.
  • Arrhythmias (irregular heartbeats) requiring temporary or permanent pacemaker.
  • Valve dysfunction, such as paravalvular leak or structural deterioration over time.
  • Risk of endocarditis (heart valve infection) post-procedure.

Recovery & hospital stay

  • Initial recovery in the hospital's ICU or cardiac care unit for close monitoring.
  • Pain management, breathing exercises, and gradual mobilization to prevent complications.
  • Detailed instructions on wound care, medication (like blood thinners), and activity restrictions.
  • Cardiac rehabilitation program involving supervised exercise, diet, and lifestyle counseling.
  • Regular follow-up visits with the cardiologist for echocardiograms to monitor valve function.
  • checked Typical hospital stay: 5-10 days
  • checked Expected recovery time: 6-12 weeks

Frequently Asked Questions

If you are considering heart valve disease in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.

Procedure cost in other countries

Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for heart valve disease compare across other countries where we have data.

Country Estimated cost range Typical stay Recovery time View details
India USD 2,719 – USD 16,315 5-10 days ~ 6-12 weeks Know More
Turkey USD 20,131 – USD 120,788 5-10 days ~ 6-12 weeks Know More

Top hospitals for Heart Valve Disease in India

These partner hospitals in India have dedicated cardiology teams and experience managing patients undergoing heart valve disease.

Manipal Hospital Gurgaon

  • IconGurgaon, India
  • Icon60 Doctors

Artemis Hospital Gurgaon

  • IconGurgaon, India
  • Icon141 Doctors

Manipal Hospital Goa

  • IconPanaji, India
  • Icon79 Doctors

Manipal Hospital Whitefield

  • IconBangalore, India
  • Icon105 Doctors

Manipal Hospital Siliguri

  • IconSiliguri, India
  • Icon30 Doctors

Kamineni Hospital, Tadigadapa

  • Iconvijayawada, India
  • Icon44 Doctors

Manipal Hospital Vijayawada

  • Iconvijayawada, India
  • Icon21 Doctors

KMC Hospital Mangalore

  • IconMangalore, India
  • Icon38 Doctors

Manipal Hospital Hebbal

  • IconBangalore, India
  • Icon150 Doctors

Manipal Hospital Ranchi

  • IconRanchi, India
  • Icon41 Doctors

Manipal Hospital Dhakuria

  • IconKolkata, India
  • Icon200 Doctors

Manipal Hospital EM Bypass

  • IconKolkata, India
  • Icon94 Doctors

Miot Hospital Chennai

  • IconChennai, India
  • Icon250 Doctors

Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram

  • IconBangalore, India
  • Icon105 Doctors

Medanta The Medicity

  • IconGurgaon, India
  • Icon900 Doctors

Nanavati Max Hospital

  • IconMumbai, India
  • Icon187 Doctors

Nanavati Max Hospital

  • IconMumbai, India
  • Icon187 Doctors

Gem Hospital Coimbatore

  • IconRamanathapuram, India
  • Icon20 Doctors

Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar

  • IconHyderabad, India
  • Icon67 Doctors
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Cardiologists for Heart Valve Disease

Explore experienced cardiologists who regularly perform heart valve disease and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.

Dr. V. Shrinivas
  • 36 Years Experience
  • Cardiologist
Speaks: English, Hindi
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MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road

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Dr. Pankaj Bajpai
  • 25 Years Experience
  • Cardiologist
Speaks: English, Hindi
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MediFyr Plus Medanta Hospital Gurgaon

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Dr. Niti Chadha Negi
  • 23 Years Experience
  • Cardiologist
Speaks: English, Hindi
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Metro Hospital Faridabad

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Dr. Rajiv G. Bhagwat
  • 21 Years Experience
  • Cardiologist
Speaks: English, Hindi
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MediFyr Plus Nanavati Hospital Mumbai

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Dr. Manish Kumar Jain
  • 21 Years Experience
  • Cardiologist
Speaks: English, Hindi
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Metro Hospital Faridabad

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Dr. Amit Misri
  • 21 Years Experience
  • Cardiologist
Speaks: English, Hindi
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MediFyr Plus Medanta Hospital Gurgaon

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Dr. Darshan Bs
  • 18 Years Experience
  • Cardiologist
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MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road

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Dr. Sonia Lal Gupta
  • 17 Years Experience
  • Cardiologist
Speaks: English, Hindi
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Metro Hospital Noida Sector 11

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Dr. Jitender Fotedar
  • 16 Years Experience
  • Cardiologist
Speaks: English, Hindi
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Dr. Sameer Gupta
  • 16 Years Experience
  • Cardiologist
Speaks: English, Hindi
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Metro Hospital Noida Sector 12

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Dr. Madhur Dalela
  • 16 Years Experience
  • Cardiologist
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Metro Hospital Noida Sector 12

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Dr. Ahmar Nauman Tarique
  • 16 Years Experience
  • Cardiologist
Speaks: English, Hindi
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MediFyr Plus Medanta Hospital Gurgaon

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Dr. Swati Rawat
  • 16 Years Experience
  • Cardiologist
Speaks: English, Hindi
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Dr. Lekha Pathak
  • 16 Years Experience
  • Cardiologist
Speaks: English, Hindi
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MediFyr Plus Nanavati Hospital Mumbai

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Dr. Mansi Kaushik
  • 14 Years Experience
  • Cardiologist
Speaks: English, Hindi
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Dr. Pramod Kumar Agarwal
  • 14 Years Experience
  • Cardiologist
Speaks: English, Hindi
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MediFyr Plus Medanta Hospital Gurgaon

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Dr. Himanshu Dabral
  • 14 Years Experience
  • Cardiologist
Speaks: English, Hindi
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MediFyr Plus Medanta Hospital Gurgaon

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Dr. Shashi Kant Pandey
  • 14 Years Experience
  • Cardiologist
Speaks: English, Hindi
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Dr. Manish Mathur
  • 14 Years Experience
  • Cardiologist
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MediFyr Plus Medanta Hospital Gurgaon

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Dr. Najmus Saqib
  • 14 Years Experience
  • Cardiologist
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MediFyr Plus Medanta Hospital Gurgaon

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