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Get Free ConsultationHeart valves can fail in two ways — regurgitation (leaking backward) or stenosis (narrowing that restricts flow). Both make the heart work harder over time, and surgery corrects the underlying mechanical problem rather than just managing symptoms.
The most common repairable valve — techniques reshape or reinforce the existing valve tissue rather than replacing it entirely.
Often needed for age-related calcification (stenosis) — available as open surgery or, for eligible cases, transcatheter (TAVR).
Valve surgery is sometimes performed alongside CABG in the same operation when both issues are present.
Your echocardiogram and cardiac history are reviewed to confirm whether repair or replacement is the right approach.
If replacement is needed, mechanical vs tissue valve trade-offs are discussed based on your age and lifestyle.
Procedure followed by ICU monitoring, then step-down to a standard cardiac ward.
If a mechanical valve was placed, your lifelong blood-thinning medication plan is confirmed before discharge.
Your surgeon confirms you're medically cleared to travel, with a full report sent to your home cardiologist.
Figures below are indicative ranges reported across accredited Indian hospitals, for planning purposes only — not a marketed or final price.
| Procedure | Indicative cost (USD) | Typical hospital stay |
|---|---|---|
| Mitral valve repair | $7,000 – $10,000 | 6–8 days |
| Mechanical valve replacement | $8,000 – $11,000 | 7–9 days |
| Tissue (biological) valve replacement | $8,500 – $12,000 | 7–9 days |
| Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) | $14,000 – $20,000 | 3–5 days |
What this actually covers, and what it doesn't: Valve type and whether it's repair vs replacement changes the number materially — TAVR carries a higher device cost but often a shorter stay. MedTrav's estimate confirms exactly which approach applies after your echocardiogram is reviewed.
Based on USD 9,000 and approximate September 2026 exchange rates — these move daily and are shown only as a rough reference. Your written estimate and final invoice are always confirmed in USD; your bank or card network sets the exact conversion at the time you pay.
Repair is generally preferred when technically possible, since it preserves your own valve tissue and avoids long-term blood thinners in many cases. Replacement becomes necessary when the valve is too damaged or calcified to repair — your surgeon confirms which applies after reviewing your echocardiogram.
Mechanical valves last longer (often decades) but require lifelong blood-thinning medication. Biological (tissue) valves don't need lifelong blood thinners but typically wear out in 10–20 years and may need replacement later. Your surgeon recommends based on your age, lifestyle and other health factors.
Yes, for eligible cases — some partner hospitals offer minimally invasive and transcatheter approaches (like TAVR for aortic valve replacement) that avoid a full chest incision, generally meaning a shorter recovery.
The mitral and aortic valves are the most common referrals — mitral valve repair for regurgitation, and aortic valve replacement for stenosis (narrowing), often related to age-related calcification.
Open valve surgery typically means 6–9 days in hospital and 6–8 weeks of full recovery at home; minimally invasive or transcatheter approaches often mean a shorter hospital stay and faster return to normal activity.
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