Pre-Instructions of Mitral Valve Replacement Surgery 

The healthcare team and the doctor help the patient prepare for the surgery. It is vital to follow the doctor’s instructions. They will ask the patient to follow these steps:

• Don’t take medications in the weeks leading up to the surgery
• The patient must ensure not to smoke before the procedure
• Using antimicrobial soap for bathing the night before the surgery
• Taking prescribed medications on the surgery day
• Don’t eat and drink after a particular time on the surgery day

What Happens During Mitral Valve Repair Surgery?

During the mitral valve replacement procedure, the surgeon will begin fixing one or more problems with the patient’s valve. There are various mitral valve replacement procedure steps following during the surgery and they are:

• Anaesthesia is given to the patient during surgery to put him/her asleep.
• The patient is hooked up to a cardiopulmonary bypass machine so that it can replace the functions of the heart and lungs during the surgery
•  The surgeon will make an incision in the chest between the patient’s rib. The incisions depend on the surgical method.
• Next, the surgeon will put an annuloplasty ring across the valve.
• Following the procedure, the surgeon ensures repairing the mitral valve with the use of surgical techniques like an annuloplasty, triangular or quadrangular resection, and chordal repair.
• The surgeon will check if the valve is completely repaired to ensure a mitral valve replacement success rate. The adjustments are made accordingly if required.
• To put an end to the procedure, the patient is disconnected from the bypass machine so that the heart and lungs can return to their normal functioning again.
• Lastly, a Transesophageal echocardiogram is performed by the surgeon to inspect the valve and ensure repair success

Recovery after Mitral Valve Replacement 

After the mitral valve replacement surgery, the patient can expect:

• Spend around one or two days in the intensive care unit. The healthcare team monitors the patient and assesses the improvement by checking the pulse, breathing, and other vitals.
• The patient may have to spend more days in the hospital for recovery.
• Learning about cardiac rehab and how to care for the incisions after getting discharged
• The majority of patients recover in the hospital within a week after the valve replacement surgery.

Why Should You Choose BM Birla Heart Research Hospital for Mitral Valve Replacement Surgery in Kolkata?

BM Birla Heart Research Centre is a super speciality hospital with modern infrastructure and state-of-the-art technology in Kolkata. BM Birla Heart Research Centre is the only hospital offering valvular surgery in the entire Eastern India. With a 200+ bed capacity, cardiac care, atrial fibrillation services, cath labs, and modular OTs, BM Birla Heart Research Centre has made a mark with its singular focus on the treatment of a variety of ailments. 

Here are a few advantages of choosing BM Birla Heart Research Centre for Mitral Valve Replacement Surgery in Kolkata-

• Highly qualified and experienced experts
• Cutting-edge technology and the latest medical equipment
• Transparent pricing structure for cost-effective treatment. 
• Patient-centric high-quality care for a high success rate