×
Please select City And Area.
Best Doctor List Near You for Aortic Valve Replacement in Schaerbeek
Best psoriasis doctors near me

Aortic valve replacement is a surgical procedure used to treat severe dysfunction of the aortic valve by removing the diseased valve and replacing it with a mechanical or biological prosthetic valve. This procedure is performed when the aortic valve becomes too damaged to function properly, either due to stenosis (narrowing of the valve opening) or regurgitation (leakage of the valve), conditions that impede normal blood flow from the heart to the rest of the body. Mechanical valves are durable and long-lasting but require lifelong anticoagulant therapy, while biological valves, often made from animal tissue, have a more natural function but may need replacement after several years. The need for aortic valve replacement is often caused by conditions such as aortic stenosis, which can result from age-related calcification, congenital valve defects, or rheumatic fever. Aortic regurgitation may result from conditions such as infections (endocarditis), trauma, or diseases that affect the connective tissue, like Marfan syndrome. Symptoms leading to aortic valve replacement include chest pain, shortness of breath, dizziness, fatigue, and fainting, often worsening with exertion. These symptoms indicate that the heart is struggling to pump blood effectively, leading to heart enlargement or failure if left untreated. Aortic valve replacement can significantly improve a patient's symptoms and quality of life, and in many cases, it is life-saving. Recovery typically takes several weeks, and patients need ongoing monitoring and possible lifestyle changes to ensure long-term success.
- Maternal Fetal Medicine Specialist in Schaerbeek
- Cardiac Catheterization Specialist in Schaerbeek
- Podiatric Surgeon in Schaerbeek
- Sleep Medicine Psychiatry in Schaerbeek
- Director Of Clinical Programs in Schaerbeek
- Vascular And Non-Vascular Interventions Specialist in Schaerbeek
- Advanced Endoscopy Specialist in Schaerbeek
- Teleobstetrics and Telegynecology in Schaerbeek
- MRI Specialist in Schaerbeek
- Proctology Surgeon in Schaerbeek
- Reproductive Endocrinology And Infertility in Schaerbeek
- Tropical Medicine Specialist in Schaerbeek
- Pediatric Asthma And Allergy Specialist in Schaerbeek
- Brain And Nervous System Pathology Specialist in Schaerbeek
- Tuberculosis (TB) Management in Schaerbeek
- X-rays Services in Schaerbeek
- Behavioral Health Consultation in Schaerbeek
- Rehabilitation and Lifestyle Modifications in Schaerbeek
- Cerebrovascular Disease Diagnosis in Schaerbeek
- Chronic Pain Management in Schaerbeek
- Water and Air Quality Monitoring in Schaerbeek
- Oral And Maxillofacial Surgery Services in Schaerbeek
- Neurorehabilitation Physician Services in Schaerbeek
- Insanity Defense Evaluations in Schaerbeek
- Balance and Vestibular Assessments in Schaerbeek
- Administering Blood Products in Schaerbeek
- Anesthesia and Pain Management in Schaerbeek
- Support for Families in Schaerbeek
- TMJ and Jaw Disorder Treatment in Schaerbeek
- Neuropathology Diagnostic Services in Schaerbeek
- Pre-Operative and Post-Operative Care in Schaerbeek
- Coagulation Disorders in Schaerbeek
- Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy (SBRT) in Schaerbeek
- Behavioral and Lifestyle Counseling in Schaerbeek
- Adverse Drug Reaction Monitoring in Schaerbeek