Mitral Valve Replacement Minimally Invasive Treatment in Turkey
About Mitral Valve Replacement Minimally Invasive
Key Highlights
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Smaller incisions lead to less scarring and reduced post-operative pain.Lower risk of infection and bleeding compared to traditional open surgery.Shorter hospital stay and faster overall recovery time.Reduced trauma to the chest bones and muscles.Often results in a quicker return to normal daily activities.
Who is this surgery for?
- Severe mitral valve regurgitation (leaky valve) causing heart failure symptoms.
- Severe mitral valve stenosis (narrowed valve) restricting blood flow.
- Failed previous mitral valve repair or a valve unsuitable for repair.
- Infective endocarditis (valve infection) damaging the valve beyond repair.
- Calcific degeneration of the mitral valve causing significant dysfunction.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive pre-operative evaluation including echocardiogram, cardiac catheterization, and blood tests.
- Discussion with the cardiac surgeon and anesthesiologist about the procedure and anesthesia.
- Adjustment or temporary cessation of certain medications (e.g., blood thinners) as advised.
- Fasting for 8-12 hours before the surgery.
- Pre-operative shower with antiseptic soap to reduce skin bacteria.
Risks & possible complications
- Bleeding, infection, or adverse reaction to anesthesia.
- Stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA).
- Heart rhythm abnormalities (arrhythmias) requiring temporary or permanent pacemaker.
- Damage to surrounding structures like blood vessels or other heart valves.
- Blood clot formation on the new valve (thrombosis).
- Valve dysfunction or failure over time, potentially requiring re-operation.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial recovery in the ICU for monitoring, typically for 1-2 days.
- Pain management and breathing exercises to prevent lung complications.
- Gradual increase in physical activity as guided by the cardiac rehab team.
- Lifelong medications may be required (e.g., blood thinners for mechanical valves).
- Regular follow-up appointments and echocardiograms to monitor valve function.
- Adherence to activity restrictions (e.g., no heavy lifting) for several weeks.
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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 mitral valve replacement minimally invasive in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for mitral valve replacement minimally invasive in Turkey include Liv Hospital Ankara, Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, VM Medical Park Pendik Hastanesi, Medical Park Florya, Medical Park Bahçelievler, 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 mitral 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 mitral valve replacement minimally invasive compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Mitral Valve Replacement Minimally Invasive in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated cardiac surgery teams and experience managing patients undergoing mitral valve replacement minimally invasive.
Instabul, Turkey
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Aarav Williams, a 58-year-old high school...
Aarav Williams, a 58-year-old high school history teacher and avid hiker, began noticing a change over the past two years. He first dismissed the increasing shortness of breath on his weekend mountain trails as just getting older. But then the fatigue set in, making it hard to get through a full day of teaching without needing a nap. His ankles started to swell, and one evening, he felt a frightening flutter in his chest while grading papers. His primary care doctor heard a significant heart murmur and referred him to a cardiologist. An echocardiogram revealed severe mitral valve regurgitation; the valve was leaking badly, causing his heart to work inefficiently. The cardiologist explained that while medication could manage symptoms temporarily, the definitive treatment was valve replacement. Given Aarav's active lifestyle and desire for a quicker recovery, the cardiac surgeon recommended a minimally invasive mitral valve replacement (MIVR) through a small incision on the right side of his chest, sparing his breastbone. Terrified of open-heart surgery, Aarav found hope in the minimally invasive option. The procedure went smoothly. In the hospital, he was walking the next day, amazed by the small bandage. The recovery at home was challenging, he had to be patient and not rush back to the trails, but within eight weeks, he was back in the classroom, and by four months, he was hiking again, albeit slowly at first. Emotionally, Aarav journeyed from denial and fear to profound gratitude. He felt he had been given a second chance, not just to live, but to live fully. He returned to his students with a new lesson plan on resilience and a deeper appreciation for every breath of mountain air.
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