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What is the durability of a mitral heart valve repair?

April 26, 2017durability heart Mitral Repair valve

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What is the durability of a mitral heart valve repair?

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After mitral valve repair, 95% of patients are free of re-operation at 10 years, and this statistic is similar at 20 years. Thus, re-operation is uncommon after a successful mitral heart valve repair. An echocardiogram is recommended annually to assess valve function. In addition, patients who had valve surgery must take antibiotics before dental or other procedures to prevent infection and reduce the risk of endocarditis (an infection of the heart valve).