What is Mitral Valve Replacement (MVR)?
Mitral Valve Replacement (MVR) is a life-saving cardiac surgery performed when the mitral valve—located between the heart’s left atrium and left ventricle—becomes severely narrowed (stenosis) or leaky (regurgitation), often due to rheumatic heart disease, infections, or age-related calcification. The procedure restores normal blood flow and heart function, alleviating symptoms such as fatigue, breathlessness, and palpitations.
There are two main types of prosthetic valves used:
- Mechanical valves – durable and long-lasting but require lifelong blood thinners
- Biological (tissue) valves – made from animal tissue, less durable but don’t require lifelong anticoagulation
Surgical approaches include:
- Open-heart surgery – traditional method via full chest incision
- Minimally invasive or robotic-assisted surgery – smaller incisions with faster recovery, depending on anatomy and hospital facilities
Choice of valve and technique depends on age, health condition, lifestyle, and anatomical suitability.
Why Choose India for Mitral Valve Replacement?
India—especially Delhi NCR-based Tier 1 private hospitals such as Apollo Hospitals (Delhi), Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, Max Super Speciality Hospital (Saket), and Medanta-The Medicity (Gurugram)—is a leading destination for MVR due to:
- Highly skilled cardiac surgeons with international training and decades of experience in valve replacement surgeries
- State-of-the-art cardiac infrastructure, including hybrid operating rooms and robotic systems for advanced procedures
- Personalized valve selection (mechanical vs biological) with comprehensive patient counselling
- Multidisciplinary heart teams ensuring optimal outcomes for complex cases
- Medical tourism support, including visa facilitation, language interpreters, and international patient coordinators
Most importantly, India offers high-quality care at a fraction of global costs, making it one of the most cost-effective options for mitral valve surgery.
ملخص التكلفة والمدة
متوسط التكلفة في الهند: 7,000 - 10,000 دولار أمريكي
الإقامة في المستشفى مطلوبة: 7 – 12 days (ICU + ward)
Post-Treatment Stay in India 3 – 4 weeks (for recovery & follow-ups)