What is Balloon Valvuloplasty
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Valvuloplasty, also known as balloon valvuloplasty or balloon valvotomy, is a procedure to repair a heart valve with a narrow opening.In a narrow heart valve, the flaps of the valve become thicker or tighter and converge (stenosis). This reduces blood flow through the valve.
Valvuloplasty improves blood flow through the heart valve and improves your symptoms.
Once the catheter reaches the adjusted valve, your doctor inflates a large balloon at the tip of the catheter until the flaps (leaflets) of the valve open. After opening the valve, the doctor releases the balloon and removes the catheter.
To allow blood to flow forward as it travels through the heart, there are valves between each pumping chamber of the heart:
Tricuspid valve. Located between the right atrium and the right ventricle
Pulmonary (or pulmonary) valve. Located between the right ventricle and the pulmonary artery.
The mitral valve. Located between the left atrium and the left ventricle.
Aortic valve. Located between the left ventricle and the aorta.What are the risks of valvuloplasty?
Potential risks of valvuloplasty:
Bleeding at the catheter insertion site
Blood clots or damage to blood vessels at the insertion site
Significant blood loss requiring a blood transfusion.
Infection at the catheter insertion site
Abnormal heart rhythms
Renal insufficiency
Career
New or damaged valve regulation (leaks)
Valve rupture requiring open heart surgery
Death
If you are pregnant or think you may be, tell your healthcare provider that there is a risk of harm to the fetus from valvuloplasty. Exposure to radiation during pregnancy can cause birth defects. Tell your provider if you are breastfeeding or breastfeeding.
There is a risk of an allergic reaction to the dye. If you are allergic or sensitive to medications, tell your doctor about contrast dyes, iodine, or latex. If you have kidney failure or other kidney problems, tell your doctor.
For some people who remain immobile on the operating table for the duration of the procedure, discomfort or pain may occur.
There may be other risks depending on your specific medical condition. Be sure to discuss any problems with your doctor before the procedure.
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