Aortic valve insufficiency treatment at Centro Médico Teknon

Treatment for aortic valve insufficiency at Centro Médico Teknon in Barcelona includes a complete range of modern surgical options. An initial consultation with a cardiologist is around €565, diagnostic imaging may cost €250–€950, and surgical treatments typically range from €45,800 for TAVI to €55,000–€65,000 for combined valve procedures. The cardiac surgery department is led by Dr. Xavier Ruyra, who has 33 years of experience and has performed over 10,000 operations.

Advanced Diagnostics

The clinic offers a thorough diagnostic workup to plan the best treatment. All tests are performed on-site with modern equipment.

• Echocardiogram and Doppler Ultrasound: This key imaging test assesses valve function and costs around €250–€400.
• Cardiac MRI or CT Angiography: These scans provide detailed 3D heart anatomy for €600–€950.
• Coronary Angiography: This procedure checks heart artery health and is typically €1,500–€2,000.
• Stress Tests and Holter Monitoring: These evaluate heart rhythm and performance under strain for €300–€450.

Surgical Treatment Options

Dr. Xavier Ruyra and his team provide several surgical approaches. They choose the best method based on each patient's condition.

• Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI): This minimally invasive procedure avoids chest incisions. It typically costs around €45,800, which includes the prosthesis. Hospital stay is usually 3–4 days.
• Minimally Invasive Valve Surgery: Performed through small incisions, often with robotic assistance. The price range is €40,000–€50,000 and includes a 4–6 day hospital stay with ICU and a prosthesis.
• Conventional Aortic Valve Replacement (AVR): This is the standard open-heart surgery for complex cases. It costs around €42,000–€55,000 and includes 7–10 days of hospitalization.
• Combined Valve Surgery: This procedure repairs or replaces both the aortic and mitral valves in one operation. The package price is typically €55,000–€65,000 with a 7–12 day hospital stay.

Clinic and Surgeon Expertise

Centro Médico Teknon is a JCI-accredited hospital with a 4.7 patient rating. The cardiac center uses the da Vinci robotic surgical system. Dr. Xavier Ruyra Baliarda is the Head of Cardiac Surgery. He has pioneered several surgical techniques and holds patents for mitral valve repair. His vast experience covers the full spectrum of valve surgeries. The clinic provides comprehensive care packages that cover hospital stay, ICU, the valve prosthesis, and post-operative monitoring. To explore personalized treatment options for aortic valve insufficiency, you can request a remote consultation with the specialists at Teknon.