Valve reconstruction is a surgical procedure aimed at repairing a damaged heart valve to restore its normal function and improve blood flow. This approach can help avoid the need for valve replacement, preserving the patient's own tissue and reducing the risk of complications associated with artificial valves.

Valve Reconstruction

A surgical procedure is a medical intervention involving the manual and instrumental techniques to investigate, treat, or repair a condition or injury, often requiring anesthesia and sterile conditions. It is performed by trained surgeons and can range from minor outpatient procedures to complex operations requiring extensive hospital stays.

Surgical Procedure

Damaged heart valve

Normal function

Blood flow refers to the movement of blood through the circulatory system, driven by the heart's pumping action and regulated by blood vessel constriction and dilation. It is essential for delivering oxygen and nutrients to tissues and organs while removing waste products, maintaining homeostasis and supporting overall health.

Blood Flow

Valve replacement is a surgical procedure to replace a damaged heart valve with a prosthetic valve to restore normal blood flow and heart function. It is typically indicated for conditions such as severe valve stenosis or regurgitation that cannot be managed with medication alone.

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