Tricuspid Valve Repair Treatment in Turkey
About Tricuspid Valve Repair
Key Highlights
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Preserves the patient's own natural heart valve, which is often more durable than artificial replacements.Reduces or eliminates the need for lifelong anticoagulant (blood-thinning) medication, which is required with mechanical valve replacements.Lower risk of valve-related infections (endocarditis) compared to prosthetic valves.Can improve heart function, alleviate symptoms like fatigue and swelling, and enhance long-term quality of life.Often performed using minimally invasive or robotic-assisted techniques, leading to smaller incisions and potentially faster recovery.
Who is this surgery for?
- Severe tricuspid regurgitation (leaky valve) causing symptoms like leg swelling, abdominal bloating, fatigue, or shortness of breath.
- Progressive enlargement (dilation) of the right ventricle due to valve leakage.
- Tricuspid valve damage from endocarditis (heart valve infection).
- Valve dysfunction following a previous left-sided heart surgery (e.g., mitral or aortic valve surgery).
- Congenital tricuspid valve abnormalities, such as Ebstein's anomaly.
- Traumatic injury to the valve apparatus (e.g., chordae or papillary muscles).
How to prepare
- Comprehensive cardiac evaluation, including echocardiogram, cardiac MRI, and possibly a cardiac catheterization.
- Pre-operative blood tests, chest X-ray, and ECG to assess overall health.
- Consultation with the cardiac surgeon, anesthesiologist, and possibly a cardiologist to discuss the procedure plan and risks.
- Discontinuation of certain medications, such as blood thinners (aspirin, warfarin) as directed by the medical team.
- Fasting for 8-12 hours before the surgery, typically after midnight.
- Pre-operative shower with antiseptic soap to minimize infection risk.
Risks & possible complications
- Bleeding during or after surgery, which may require blood transfusion or re-operation.
- Risk of infection, including surgical site infection or deeper sternal wound infection.
- Blood clots that can lead to stroke, heart attack, or pulmonary embolism.
- Abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmias), which may require temporary or permanent pacemaker implantation.
- Kidney dysfunction, often temporary, due to the stress of surgery and cardiopulmonary bypass.
- Potential for incomplete repair or recurrence of valve leakage over time.
- Rare risks include damage to surrounding heart structures, heart attack, or death.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial 1-2 days in the Cardiac ICU for close monitoring of heart function, blood pressure, and drainage tubes.
- Progressive mobilization with assistance from physiotherapists to prevent complications like pneumonia and blood clots.
- Pain management with prescribed medications to ensure comfort during deep breathing and coughing exercises.
- Incision care instructions, keeping the sternal wound clean and dry until fully healed.
- Follow-up appointments for wound checks, echocardiograms, and medication adjustments.
- Gradual return to light activities over 4-6 weeks; avoidance of heavy lifting and strenuous exercise for 2-3 months.
- Cardiac rehabilitation program to safely rebuild strength, endurance, and heart health.
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Typical hospital stay:
7-10 days
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Expected recovery time:
6-8 weeks for initial recovery; 3-6 months for full recovery
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering tricuspid valve repair in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for tricuspid valve repair in Turkey include Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir, Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, Liv Hospital Ankara, 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 tricuspid valve repair. 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 tricuspid valve repair compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Tricuspid Valve Repair in Turkey
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