Triscupid Valve Repair Treatment in Turkey
About Triscupid Valve Repair
Key Highlights
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Preserves the patient's own natural heart valve tissue.Often avoids the need for lifelong anticoagulation (blood thinner) medication required with mechanical valve replacements.Associated with lower risk of infection (endocarditis) compared to prosthetic valves.Can improve long-term survival and heart function compared to valve replacement in suitable candidates.May be performed using minimally invasive techniques in select patients, leading to smaller scars and potentially faster recovery.
Who is this surgery for?
- Severe tricuspid regurgitation (leakage) causing symptoms like fatigue, leg swelling, or abdominal fullness.
- Progressive enlargement of the right ventricle or worsening heart function due to valve leakage.
- Tricuspid valve disease occurring as a secondary problem due to left-sided heart valve issues (like mitral valve disease).
- Certain cases of tricuspid stenosis (narrowing) that restrict blood flow.
- Prevention of future heart complications during other planned cardiac surgeries (prophylactic repair).
- Damage to the valve from endocarditis (infection) that can be safely repaired.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive cardiac evaluation including echocardiogram, cardiac catheterization, and possibly a CT scan or MRI.
- Pre-operative blood tests, chest X-ray, and electrocardiogram (ECG).
- Consultation with the cardiac surgeon, anesthesiologist, and possibly a cardiologist to discuss the plan and risks.
- Management of existing medications; patients may need to stop blood thinners like warfarin or aspirin several days prior.
- Fasting for 8-12 hours before the surgery.
- Pre-operative shower with antiseptic soap to reduce skin bacteria.
- Arranging for support and care at home during the recovery period.
Risks & possible complications
- Bleeding during or after surgery, which may require blood transfusion or re-operation.
- Risk of infection, including surgical site infection or serious heart infection (endocarditis).
- Abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmias), which may require temporary or permanent pacemaker implantation.
- Stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA) due to blood clots or air bubbles.
- Kidney dysfunction, often temporary, related to the heart-lung machine.
- Adverse reactions to anesthesia.
- Failure of the repair, potentially requiring a repeat surgery or valve replacement in the future.
- Rarely, death.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial recovery in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) for 1-2 days for close monitoring of heart, lung, and vital functions.
- Hospital stay focuses on pain management, breathing exercises, and gradual mobilization.
- Temporary tubes (chest tubes, urinary catheter) and wires (pacemaker leads) are removed as recovery progresses.
- Discharge with detailed instructions on wound care, activity restrictions, and medication schedules.
- Participation in a structured cardiac rehabilitation program is strongly recommended to regain strength and endurance safely.
- Regular follow-up appointments with the cardiologist and surgeon, including echocardiograms, to monitor valve function.
- Avoidance of heavy lifting (more than 5-10 kg) and strenuous activities for the period advised by the surgical team.
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Typical hospital stay:
7-10 days
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Expected recovery time:
6-12 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering triscupid valve repair in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for triscupid valve repair 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 triscupid 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 triscupid valve repair compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Triscupid Valve Repair in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated cardiac surgery teams and experience managing patients undergoing triscupid valve repair.
Instabul, Turkey
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Vikram Joshi, a 58-year-old software architect...
Vikram Joshi, a 58-year-old software architect and father of two, had always been active. For the past two years, he'd been battling persistent fatigue and swelling in his legs and abdomen. Simple tasks like climbing stairs left him breathless. His history included a childhood bout of rheumatic fever. After multiple hospital visits for fluid buildup, a cardiologist diagnosed severe tricuspid regurgitation, likely a late consequence of the old fever. The doctor explained that his heart was struggling, and medication alone wasn't enough; a surgical repair was needed to fix the leaky valve and prevent further heart damage. Terrified of open-heart surgery, Vikram feared for his family's future. The surgery was long, but successful. In the ICU, he felt vulnerable but was buoyed by his family's support. Recovery in the hospital was a slow, painful process of regaining strength. Six months later, the swelling is gone, his energy is returning, and he can play with his grandchildren again. The emotional weight of constant illness has lifted, replaced by profound gratitude and a cautious optimism for the years ahead.
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