Treatments
TMVR
Innovative Heart Care: Exploring TMVR with Dr. Srinivasa Prasad BV
What is TMVR?
Understanding the TMVR?
Procedure Overview
- A catheter is inserted through a small incision, usually in the groin.
- The catheter is guided to the heart, where it delivers a repair device to the mitral valve.
- The device helps the valve to close more effectively, reducing regurgitation and improving blood flow.
Advantages of TMVR
TMVR offers numerous benefits over conventional surgical methods:
Minimally Invasive
Requires only small incisions, leading to reduced physical trauma and quicker recovery times.
Reduced Hospital Stay
Patients often experience shorter hospital stays and can return to their normal activities sooner.
Lower Risk
Particularly advantageous for patients who are at high risk for open-heart surgery due to age or other health conditions.
Enhanced Quality of Life
TMVR can significantly reduce symptoms such as shortness of breath, fatigue, and heart palpitations, leading to an improved quality of life.
Minimally Invasive
Requires only small incisions, leading to reduced physical trauma and quicker recovery times.
Reduced Hospital Stay
Patients often experience shorter hospital stays and can return to their normal activities sooner.
Lower Risk
Particularly advantageous for patients who are at high risk for open-heart surgery due to age or other health conditions.
Improved Quality of Life
TMVR can significantly reduce symptoms such as shortness of breath, fatigue, and heart palpitations, leading to an improved quality of life.
Who Can Benefit from TMVR?
TMVR is recommended for patients with significant mitral valve regurgitation who are not ideal candidates for traditional surgery. This includes:
- Elderly patients
- Patients with multiple comorbidities
- Individuals who have previously undergone heart surgeries
The Procedure What to Expect
The process of undergoing TMVR involves several critical steps to ensure optimal results:
Pre-Procedure Assessment
Comprehensive evaluations, including imaging and diagnostic tests, to determine the patient’s suitability for TMVR.
Procedure Day
Performed in a specialized catheterization laboratory, usually under local or general anesthesia.
Post-Procedure Care
Close monitoring in a recovery unit, with most patients being discharged within a few days. Follow-up appointments are scheduled to monitor recovery and valve function.
