Heart Valve Surgery
Expert repair and replacement to restore your heart's natural rhythm and flow.
Comprehensive Heart Valve Repair & Replacement
Dr. Chintan Mehta provides world-class surgical solutions for diseased heart valves—including Aortic, Mitral, and Tricuspid valves. Effective valve function is critical for maintaining unidirectional blood flow and preventing heart strain. Dr. Mehta specializes in both repairing native valves to preserve heart geometry and performing precision replacements when necessary.
Warning Signs: When to Seek Valve Consultation
Valvular disease often progresses slowly. You should consult a surgeon if you experience:
- Unusual fatigue and weakness
- Swelling in ankles or feet
- Heart palpitations or irregular beat
- Dizziness or fainting spells
Surgical Approach
Dr. Mehta prioritizes Valve Repair whenever possible to preserve your natural heart tissue and avoid long-term blood thinner use. If the valve is too damaged, he performs Valve Replacement using either mechanical valves (durable) or biological tissue valves (from animal or human donors), depending on the patient's age and lifestyle.
Key Benefits
Improved Quality of Life
Eliminate breathlessness and fatigue, enabling a return to an active, vibrant lifestyle.
Prevention of Complications
Mitigate the long-term risks of heart failure, thromboembolism, and rhythm disorders.
Recovery & Follow-up
Recovery depends on whether the surgery was open-heart or minimally invasive. Patients typically stay in the hospital for 5-7 days. Long-term success involves regular echocardiograms and, for mechanical valve patients, consistent monitoring of blood-thinning medications. Dr. Mehta provides a detailed recovery roadmap tailored to your valve type.
Specialized Expertise
Dr. Mehta is a leader in complex valve reconstruction, often successfully repairing valves that other centers might only offer to replace, ensuring better long-term heart geometry for his patients.