How long does aortic valve replacement recover

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Aortic valve replacement is a kind of heart surgery. A distant relative of mine has had such an operation, and now he has basically recovered. How long will aortic valve replacement recover?

How long does aortic valve replacement recover

First of all, heart valve replacement is a kind of thoracic and cardiovascular surgery in which artificial valve is used to replace the original diseased or abnormal heart valve, which is widely used in clinic. It is mainly suitable for patients with aortic stenosis, aortic insufficiency, aortic stenosis and insufficiency.

Secondly, people who have undergone aortic valve replacement surgery must pay attention to nursing care, and they can be discharged in time, and they should not be taken lightly. Generally speaking, patients with this kind of surgery also pay attention to rest three months after surgery. With the recovery of the disease, they can gradually increase their activities and try to do what they can, but they can't do strenuous exercise.

Finally, this kind of operation is mainly recuperation after 3 months. According to the heart function, physical strength and the nature of work, half day light work and half day rest can be considered 3-6 months after operation. Physical work must be done step by step, from light to heavy. If there is no discomfort, it can be competent. If you feel tired, flustered or short of breath, it should be stopped immediately. 6 months after operation, according to the situation, we can consider to return to full-time work, gradually to normal work.

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The patients who have undergone aortic valve replacement should pay attention to the recuperation of the body after the operation. Starting from the living habits and diet methods, they should eat less and more meals, have a balanced diet, and do not have to specially partial or fast certain foods. After 3 months and half a year, if the heart function recovers, you can eat like a normal person.