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I had a total hip replacement on 4/30/12 and about 7 days later my whole leg and foot swelled. With ice/ compression/elevation after walking the swelling went down after about 3-4 weeks.. I'm in my sixth week and it swells slightly if I overuse it by walking too far for too long.
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How long is the recovery from heart valve replacement surgery?
He or she usually can return to work or other normal activities within two months of the surgery.
How expensive is heart valve replacement surgery?
There are a variety of different methods to accomplish a heart valve replacement, ranging from a pig valve to prosthetic valve replacement. The cost for the prosthetic valve replacement surgery, as of 2011, was $78,000.
What is heart valve replacement surgery?
Heart valve replacement surgery is a procedure that involves removing a damaged or malfunctioning heart valve and replacing it with a new valve. The replacement valve can be mechanical, made from artificial materials, or biological, derived from animal tissues. This surgery is typically performed to treat conditions such as valve stenosis or regurgitation, which can lead to heart failure and other complications. The procedure can be done through open-heart surgery or minimally invasive techniques, depending on the patient's condition and the surgeon's approach.
Can Aortic Valve Stenosis progress be reversed?
There is no medical treatment that reverses the progress of aortic valve stenosis. Aortic valve replacement is the only solution to this problem. However, surgery is not always necessary. Aortic valve stenosis can be monitored with echocardiography if surgery is not initially indicated. In addition, for patients who are not candidates for surgical valve replacement, there are percutaneous and catheter-based valve replacement procedures available.
Why do I have Scar tissue in my lungs after valve replacement?
Scar tissue can form in the lungs after valve replacement surgery due to the body's natural healing process. This scar tissue helps to repair the tissue around the valve and is a normal part of the healing process. In some cases, excessive scarring may occur, leading to complications. It is important to follow up with your healthcare provider to monitor your lung health post-surgery.
Is an Aortic Valve Replacement dangerous?
Aortic Valve Replacement is a major surgery, and therefore comes with many health risks. Heart surgery can, and does, save many lives, but it is also a very serious operation where many things could go wrong.
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 status post cardiac surgery?
It means they had heart surgery recently. Maybe a heart bypass for clogged arteries or a valve replacement, ect.
What is the Maze procedure often performed in combination with?
Therefore, the Maze procedure may be performed in combination with coronary artery bypass surgery (CABG), valve repair, valve replacement, or other cardiac surgery.
What is a good 7 day diet plan for a heart surgery patient?
A seven-day diet plan for a heart surgery patient would depend on the type of surgery and the underlying condition. For example, a valve replacement patient may not need significant fat and sodium restriction beyond that of a normal patient. A neonatal heart surgery patient should be on breastmilk.
Is there a cure for a swollen left ventricle?
Left Ventricle swelling is a symptom of your heart working too hard. I have a leaky valve that is causing my ventricle to swell. With a valve replacement it will go down.
What is the purpose of balloon valvuloplasty?
The goal of the procedure is to improve valve function and blood flow by enlarging the valve opening. It is sometimes used to avoid or delay open heart surgery and valve replacement.
