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What are the odds of surviving a heart valve replacement?

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Created: 2022-07-09 13:33:10

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What is the average life expectancy after heart valve replacement?

Pooled data from 85 studies estimated that 89.7% of people survived for two years after surgery, 78.4% at five years, 57.0% at 10 years, 39.7% at 15 years, and 24.7% at 20 years.

How serious is a heart valve replacement?

An aortic valve replacement is a major operation and occasionally the complications can be fatal. Overall, the risk of dying as a result of the procedure is estimated to be 2%. But this risk is far lower than the risk associated with leaving severe aortic disease untreated.

What is the survival rate of valve replacement surgery?

Heart valve replacement surgery5-year survival rate10-year survival rateAortic valve replacement surgery94%84%Mitral valve replacement surgery64%37%Pulmonary valve replacement surgery96%93%Tricuspid valve replacement surgery79%49%

Does heart valve replacement shorten life expectancy?

Life expectancy in patients who underwent surgical aortic valve replacement was lower than in the general population. Reduced life expectancy after aortic valve replacement was explained by an increased risk of cardiovascular death.

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