The service of Cardiovascular Surgery of Specialized Centers of San Vicente Foundation, has the best endowment with equipment of high technology, that allow us to provide surgical services of very high quality. We carry out the most recent and innovative techniques of cardiac surgery.
The Cardiovascular Unit of the University Hospital of San Vicente Foundation has more than 10 years of experience; providing the patient with cardiovascular disease and his family; comprehensive, timely, effective and warm care.
Aortic valve replacement is a cardiac procedure in which the patient's aortic valve is replaced by a different valve.
Aortic valve replacement can be done either with open heart surgery, or by using a catheter (PAVR - percutaneous aortic valve replacement).
The replacement valves used in the procedure are either natural (biologic) or artificial (mechanical).
About Valve Replacement
Key facts to plan your treatment: how long it takes, your hospital stay, anaesthesia, risks and recovery.
Days admitted
1-3 days at the intensive care unit. The total time in the hospital is usually between 5 and 12 days.
Anesthesia
General anesthesia
Recovery
Recovery from aortic valve replacement usually takes a few weeks to several months, depending on your health before the surgery.
Risks
The death rate averages 1% to 5%, depending on the health and age of the patient, as well as the skill of the surgeon.
After care
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