Mitral valve replacement surgery

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Mechanical mitral valve in heart and close-up of mechanical replacement valve

Mitral valve replacement surgery is typically an open-heart procedure. The damaged heart valve is removed and replaced with a new valve. There are two types of replacement valve: a mechanical heart valve made from plastic or metal or a bioprosthetic heart valve made from animal tissue.

Current as of: October 2, 2023

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