The goal of a mitral valve replacement is to remove your defective mitral valve and replace it with one that will work more efficiently.
It is an effective procedure that is successfully performed in most cases. The majority of patients have fewer symptoms after this procedure.
Now that you have viewed the presentation, it is your doctor's hope that you have a better understanding of the procedure, including its risks, benefits and alternatives. Based on what you want and expect, you and your doctor can now make a shared decision about your health care.
