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Is valve replacement surgery possible with severe LV dysfunction?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

My mother is suffering from severe LV dysfunction. Will valve replacement help her? Please help.

Thank you.

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Valve replacement will not increase EF (ejection fraction). The causes are still under research, and if blockage is found, it should be operated. Medicines should be continued. What medicines is she taking? Does she have diabetes, hypertension, or any previous heart issues? If breathlessness is severe and, despite medicines, it is not improving, then there is an option of valve surgery or intervention.

I hope this helps.

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Thank you.

Medically reviewed byiCliniq medical review team

Published At May 7, 2024
Reviewed AtNovember 28, 2024

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