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Is aortic valve replacement common?
Aortic Valve Replacement is the most common type of valve replacement there is. There are different reasons that a person might need this type of surgery, and depending on the reason that your relative needs it would determine things like recovery time. You can find more information on this link: http://heart.emedtv.com/aortic-valve-replacement/aortic-valve-replacement.html
What is involved in an aortic valve replacement procedure?
The best way to find out the aortic valve replacement procedure by speaking with a doctor. A person can also visit a library and look the information up in the medical book.
Where can you find information on knee ligament replacements?
You can find information on knee ligament replacements by visiting your family doctor or nurse for advice on what suitable replacements are available. There are also health websites which you can visit that will provide relevant information in regards to knee replacements.
How do you find best surgeons for aortic valve repair?
Dr. Safi in Houston, Texas. A well known surgeon with a team that can tackle situation with confidence. He saved my life.
Where can one find detailed information on a aortic valve replacement requiring detaching and re-grafting of an earlier CABG?
it doesnt happen very often, I'd check the new England journal of medicine or surgical journals... but honestly I understand you want to be informed... but it will be like watching sausage being made.
Bicuspid aortic valve?
DefinitionA bicuspid aortic valve is an aortic valve that only has two leaflets, instead of three.The aortic valve regulates blood flow from the heart into the aorta, the major blood vessel that brings blood to the body.Alternative NamesBicommissural aortic valveCauses, incidence, and risk factorsThe aortic valve allows oxygen-rich blood to flow from the heart to the aorta. It prevents the blood from flowing back from the aorta into the heart when the pumping chamber relaxes.Bicuspid aortic valve is present at birth (congenital). An abnormal aortic valve develops during the early weeks of pregnancy, when the baby's heart develops. The cause of this problem is unclear, but it is the most common congenital heart disease. It often runs in families.The bicuspid aortic valve may not be completely effective at stopping blood from leaking back into the heart. This is called aortic regurgitation. The aortic valve may also become stiff and not open up as well, causing the heart to have to pump harder than usual to get blood past the valve (aortic stenosis). The aorta may become enlarged with this condition.This condition is more common among males than females.A bicuspid aortic valve often exists in babies with coarctation of the aortaand other diseases in which there is a blockage to blood flow on the left side of the heart.SymptomsMost of the time, bicuspid aortic valve is not diagnosed in infants or children because it causes no symptoms. However, the abnormal valve can leak or become narrow.Symptoms of such complications may include:Baby or child tires easilyChest painDifficulty breathingRapid and irregular heartbeat (palpitations)Loss of consciousness (fainting)Pale skinIf a baby has other congenital heart problems, they may cause symptoms that will lead to the discovery of a bicuspid aortic valve.Signs and testsSigns of a bicuspid aortic valve may include:Enlarged heartHeart murmurWeak pulse in the wrists and anklesTests that may show a bicuspid aortic valve include:Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the heartUltrasound of the heart (echocardiogram)If the health care provider suspects complications or additional heart defects, other tests may include:Chest x-raysMagnetic resonance imaging (MRI)Test of the electrical activity in the heart (electrocardiogram)X-ray of the heart's blood vessels using a special dye (angiography)TreatmentThe infant may need surgery to repair a leaky or narrowed valve, if complications are severe.A narrowed valve can also be opened through cardiac catheterization. A fine tube (catheter) is directed to the heart and into the narrow opening of the aortic valve. A balloon attached to the end of the tube is inflated, to make the opening of the valve larger.Critically ill babies with a severely narrowed valve may need medications. These medications improve the baby's condition so that either surgery or a balloon procedure is possible.Medications may include:Drugs that make the heart muscle pump harder (inotropic agents)"Water pills" (diuretics)Children with a bicuspid aortic valve are more likely to develop an infection inside the heart (endocarditis). Therefore, they must take antibiotics before undergoing dental treatments. Some children may not be able to exercise or participate in strenuous activities because of the valve.See also: Pediatric heart surgeryExpectations (prognosis)How well the baby does depends on whether complications of bicuspid aortic valve are present, and how severe they are.The presence of other physical problems at birth also can affect how well a baby does.Most babies with this condition have no symptoms, and the problem is not diagnosed until they are adults. Some people never find out that they have this problem.ComplicationsComplications of bicuspid aortic valve include:Congestive heart failureLeakage of blood through the valve back into the heartNarrowing of the valve's openingCalling your health care providerCall your health care provider if your baby:Has no appetiteHas unusually pale or bluish skinSeems to tire easilyPreventionBicuspid aortic valves run in families. If you know of this condition in your family, speak to your health care provider before becoming pregnant. There is no known way to prevent the condition.ReferencesOtto CM, Bonow RO. Valvular Heart Disease. In: Braunwald E, Zipes DP, Libby P, Bonow R. Braunwald's Heart Disease: A Textbook of Cardiovascular Medicine. 8th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Saunders Elsevier; 2007:chap 62.Park MK. Park: Pediatric Cardiology for Practitioners. 5th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Mosby Elsevier; 2008.
Where can I find the cost of brake pad replacements?
The easiest way is undoubtedly through a well-placed search on the Internet. A website like ehow.com will probably have that information.
Where can you find more information about heart valve surgery?
There are many websites online that offer information about heart valve surgery. Some examples are: "Wikipedia", "Medtronic", "Bupa", "HeartandStroke", "TexasHeartInstitute", and many more.
Where do you find replacements for the rotisserie glass plate in a microwave?
The store.
Where do you find glass shade replacements for wall candles?
You can find glass shade replacements for wall candles online at places like Amazon and Ebay. You can also find these replacements at most home supply stores like Home Depot.
Where is the PVC valve on a 1986 ford crown Victoria 5.0 fuel injected It isn't on the valve covers?
Unlike most vehicles, This PVC valve isn't located in the valve cover. You can find the PVC valve on this model directly behind the point where the Upper and Lower intake meet. The valve will be plugged directly into the lower intake manifold. It took me a while to find the valve, I hope this information will help someone out.
Where can I find information on DIY laminate kitchen countertop replacements?
You should go to some of the home improvement websites. These include hgtv.com and diynetwork.com. You can also try going to betterhomesandgardens.com as well.
