Heart valve repair
Heart Valve Repair
Heart valve repair is a surgical or minimally invasive procedure that corrects any malfunction in the heart valves. The heart consists of four valves: the mitral valve, tricuspid valve, pulmonary valve, and aortic valve. These valves have tissue flaps that open and close with each heartbeat, ensuring blood flows in the right direction.
Pronunciation: /hɑːrt vælv rɪˈpɛər/
Etymology: The term 'heart' comes from the Old English 'heorte', 'valve' is derived from the Latin 'valva' meaning 'leaf of a door', and 'repair' comes from the Old French 'reparer'.
Indications
Heart valve repair is indicated in conditions such as valvular heart disease, which includes mitral valve prolapse, mitral valve regurgitation, aortic valve stenosis, and aortic valve regurgitation.
Procedure
The procedure involves either repairing the existing valve or replacing it with an artificial one. The choice between repair and replacement depends on the type of valve disease and its severity.
Valve Repair
Valve repair procedures include commissurotomy, valvuloplasty, annuloplasty, and chordal transfer.
Valve Replacement
If the valve cannot be repaired, it may be replaced using a mechanical valve or a bioprosthetic valve.
Risks and Complications
Like any surgical procedure, heart valve repair carries some risks, including bleeding, infection, arrhythmia, stroke, or heart attack.
Postoperative Care
After the procedure, patients may need to take anticoagulant medication to prevent blood clots. Regular follow-ups with the cardiologist are also necessary.
Related Terms
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Heart valve repair
- Wikipedia's article - Heart valve repair
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