Mitral Valve Repair in West Bengal
Compare hospitals and surgeons offering Mitral Valve Repair in West Bengal. Estimated cost: ₹2,50,000 – ₹7,00,000.
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What is Mitral Valve Repair?
Surgical correction of a diseased mitral valve to restore proper heart valve function
3-5 hours
7-10 days
6-8 weeks
₹2,50,000 – ₹7,00,000
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95%
Why Mitral Valve Repair Is Needed
Mitral valve repair is performed for mitral valve regurgitation, where the valve leaks and allows blood to flow backward, most often caused by mitral valve prolapse, degenerative changes, or damage from rheumatic heart disease or infective endocarditis. It is recommended once the leak becomes severe enough to strain the heart, even before symptoms become disabling, since repair works best on a valve that isn't too damaged.
Signs You May Need Mitral Valve Repair
Patients often experience shortness of breath, especially with exertion or lying flat, fatigue, palpitations, and swelling in the legs or ankles as the heart struggles to compensate for the leaking valve. A heart murmur is frequently the first clue detected on physical exam, prompting further evaluation with echocardiography.
Types of Mitral Valve Repair
Open-heart mitral valve repair through a sternotomy allows direct access to reconstruct the valve using techniques like annuloplasty rings, chordal repair, or leaflet resection. Minimally invasive repair through smaller chest incisions and robotic-assisted repair offer similar outcomes with less surgical trauma for suitable candidates, and transcatheter edge-to-edge repair (MitraClip) is a non-surgical option for higher-risk patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is repair better than replacing the mitral valve?
When feasible, repair is generally preferred because it preserves your own valve tissue, avoids the need for lifelong blood thinners required with mechanical valves, and often gives excellent long-term durability.
How long does a repaired mitral valve last?
Successful repairs often last many years to decades, though this depends on the underlying cause of regurgitation and surgical technique, and periodic echocardiograms help monitor valve function over time.
What is the recovery time after mitral valve repair?
Recovery typically takes six to eight weeks for open surgery, with minimally invasive approaches often allowing a somewhat faster return to normal activities.
Will I need blood thinners after mitral valve repair?
Most patients need only a short course of blood thinners after repair, unlike mechanical valve replacement which requires lifelong anticoagulation, though your cardiologist will confirm based on your specific procedure.
Is minimally invasive mitral valve repair as effective as open surgery?
In experienced centers, minimally invasive techniques achieve comparable repair success to traditional open surgery while offering smaller incisions and potentially faster recovery, though suitability depends on your specific anatomy.