During minimally invasive heart valve surgery, an
incision is made through the ribs in order to repair a malfunctioning heart
valve so that it can open or close more efficiently. The valve might be
replaced with an artificial mechanical valve or a biological valve obtained
from a human, pig or cow.
Also
Known As:
- Heart valve
surgery
- Heart surgery
- Port access
valve surgery
Conditions
Treated with Minimally Invasive Heart Valve Surgery:
Minimally invasive heart valve surgery may be
performed in cases of heart valve disease, congenital valve disorder,
myxomatous valve disease, bicuspid aortic valve and a valve that has been
damaged due to rheumatic fever or a bacterial infection.
There are no comparable non-surgical alternatives to
minimally invasive heart valve surgery. Surgical alternatives include
traditional heart valve replacement, heart valve repair and balloon aortic
valvuloplasty.
Anesthesia
with Minimally Invasive Heart Valve Surgery:
Minimally invasive heart valve surgery is performed
under general anesthesia, which means that the patient is asleep and completely
unaware during the procedure.
Potential
Complications from Minimally Invasive Heart Valve Surgery:
Possible risks following minimally invasive heart
valve surgery include infection, bleeding and a negative reaction to the
anesthesia.
Prognosis
after Minimally Invasive Heart Valve Surgery:
The prognosis for a positive end result following
minimally invasive heart valve surgery is very good. Mechanical
valves last longer than biological ones. However, patients will need to take
anticoagulants indefinitely.
Recovery
from Minimally Invasive Heart Valve Surgery:
Total recovery from minimally invasive heart valve
surgery takes three to six weeks.
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