When valves are damaged or diseased and do not work the way they should they may need to be repaired or replaced.

That is absolutely right. If your surgeon felt, he will not be able to achieve the desired results in minimally invasive surgery, he will not offer it in the first place.

Exercising will help to speed up your recovery and it's a key component of a healthy lifestyle. Exercise increases your fitness levels, helps control blood pressure, weight and cholesterol and keep you relaxed.

After an aortic valve replacement, you'll usually need to stay in the hospital for about a week. The time it takes to fully recover varies depending on factors like your age and overall health.

Your breastbone will usually heal in about 6 to 8 weeks, but it maybe 2 to 3 months before you feel your normal self again.

Mechanical valves usually last 20 years or more.

Your treatment depends on the severity of your condition. You may need surgery to repair or replace the valve. Left untreated, aortic valve stenosis can lead to serious heart problems.

There are two main types of heart replacement valves to choose from — mechanical and biological, Doctor will advise according to the patient age, lifestyle, food habits etc.

There are ways to strengthen the heart valve firstly, Get moving as your heart is a muscle and as with any muscle, exercise is what strengthens it., Quit smoking, Lose weight, Eat heart-healthy foods and don't take the stress.

Mechanical valves last longer than tissue valves. They are less likely to wear out or break down. If you are age 50 or younger, a mechanical valve may be a good choice.

However, the patient has to follow a strict blood thinner medication regime. Hence, the tissue valve is advised for older people to avoid the risks of blood thinners.

Mechanical valves in some patients have lasted as long as 25 years without problems. Tissue valves in some patients have lasted as long as 15 years without problems.

Mechanical valves are made from carbon and metal. Tissue (biological or bioprosthetic) valves are usually made from animal tissue, or sometimes from human tissue (in which case they may be called homograft valves), that has been treated to make sure it is not rejected by the body.

A still poorly addressed issue of mechanical valve prostheses is the noise they produce. This is perceived by many patients, many are happy to hear their heart constantly beating, but some dislike the noise.

That is absolutely right. If your surgeon felt, he will not be able to achieve the desired results in minimally invasive surgery, he will not offer it in the first place.

This surgery is usually done for the individuals aged between 53 to 92 years

After an aortic valve replacement, you'll usually need to stay in the hospital for about a week. The time it takes to fully recover varies depending on factors like your age and overall health.

Your breastbone will usually heal in about 6 to 8 weeks, but it maybe 2 to 3 months before you feel your normal self again.

There are two main types of heart replacement valves to choose from — mechanical and biological, Doctor will advise according to the patient.

Exercising will help to speed up your recovery and it's a key component of a healthy lifestyle. Exercise increases your fitness levels, helps control blood pressure, weight, and cholesterol and keep you relaxed.

Your treatment depends on the severity of your condition. You may need surgery to repair or replace the valve. Left untreated, aortic valve stenosis can lead to serious heart problems.

Tissue heart valves (sometimes called “bioprosthetic” valves) are harvested from animal heart valves (porcine) and have passed the tests on human trials before being used.

These tissues are treated and neutralized so that the body will not reject them.

Tissue valves can last 10-20 years, and usually don't require the long-term use of medication.

When valves are damaged or diseased and do not work the way they should they may need to be repaired or replaced.

A third, small difference between the two valve options is sound. Tissue valves work silently, while mechanical valves can make a quiet clicking noise that some people find bothersome, especially when trying to fall asleep.

Tissue valves in some patients have lasted as long as 15 years without problems.

There are ways to strengthen the heart valve firstly, Get moving as your heart is a muscle and as with any muscle, exercise is what strengthens it. Quit smoking, Lose weight, Eat heart-healthy foods and don't take the stress.

No followup visit is required once patient has been reviewed for about 3 weeks

Depending on the circumstances, a VP shunt can be temporary or permanent. If the cause of your hydrocephalus is idiopathic (unexplained), congenital (present from birth), or the result of a defect in the anatomy of the brain or spine, there is a strong chance that you will need to have your VP shunt for the long term.

WHO regulation says it may require a change every 5 years so there are fewer chances of blockage.

Most of hydrocephalic patients will be required to keep their CSF shunt all life long. One of the advantages of this therapy is that it allows you to have a normal daily life. The shunt will restore the CSF circulation to regulate its flow.

Most of the hydrocephalic patients will be required to keep their CSF shunt all life long. One of the advantages of this therapy is that it allows you to have a normal daily life. The shunt will restore the CSF circulation to regulate its flow.

The entire procedure takes about 90 minutes.

The entire procedure takes about 90 minutes.

Usually for 5 days.

Usually for 5 days.

You won't be able to see the catheter because it will be under your skin. However, you may be able to feel the shunt catheter along your neck. Once all the parts of the shunt are connected, it will start draining the excess CSF as needed to reduce the pressure in your brain.

WHO regulation says it may require a change every 5 years so there are less chances of blockage.

There are different indications for programmed vs unprogrammed shunt, Programmed is usually done in elderly individuals and congenital hydrocephalus while unprogrammed is chosen for tumors, hydrocephalus and meningitis.

It can last from a few days or weeks to many years. In adults we have seen them last for as long as 35 years. Over time the plastic tube can corrode and disintegrate, requiring a new shunt to be inserted.

There are different indications for programmed vs unprogrammed shunt, Programmed is usually done in elderly individuals and congenital hydrocephalus while unprogrammed is chosen for tumors, hydrocephalus and meningitis.

It can last from a few days or weeks to many years. In adults we have seen them last for as long as 35 years. Over time the plastic tube can corrode and disintegrate, requiring a new shunt to be inserted.

Depending on the circumstances, a VP shunt can be temporary or permanent. If the cause of your hydrocephalus is idiopathic (unexplained), congenital (present from birth), or the result of a defect in the anatomy of the brain or spine, there is a strong chance that you will need to have your VP shunt for the long term.

You won't be able to see the catheter because it will be under your skin. However, you may be able to feel the shunt catheter along your neck.

Once all the parts of the shunt are connected, it will start draining the excess CSF as needed to reduce the pressure in your brain.

No followup visit is required once the patient has been reviewed for about 3 weeks.