Key planning information for valve replacement in Germany.
$44,500 fromLowest listed price
1–3 daysHospital stay
4 hospitalsList valve replacement
Valve Replacement in Germany is listed from US$44,500 to US$89,000 at 4 hospitals. It needs 1 to 3 days in hospital. Each hospital quotes its own price for your case.
Prices last updated Jul 2012
Cost of Valve Replacement in Germany
Table of prices by type of procedure, in US$. Each hospital quotes its own price for your case.
Established in 1884, the University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf underwent full modernization in 2009 and emerged as the most innovative European hospital. Its dedicated International Office supports roundabout 1,000 foreign patients a year.
The University Medical Center Freiburg is one of the largest medical facilities in Europe and part of the Albert Ludwigs University Freiburg, one of five outstanding centers of academic excellency in Germany.
One of Germany's largest hospitals, made up of more than 50 clinics and specialist institutes spanning all medical specialties. Kinikum Stuttgart is regarded as one of the best hospitals in Germany, and is a referral center for oncology, ENT, pediatrics and more.
Heidelberg University Hospital is one of Europe`s leading medical centers. World-renowned experts provide comprehensive care of the highest international standards in all medical specialties.
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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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