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Discover the Best Clinics and Costs for Heart Valve Replacement in Ukraine 2024

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While Heart Valve Replacement treatment offers are not be available in Ukraine, we've selected the TOP offers based on feedback from Bookimed patients.

Turkey, Istanbul
Cardiologist - Fikri Kutlay
27 years of experience
  • Extensive Expertise: Dr. Fikri Kutlay has been providing exceptional care since 1997, showcasing over two decades of experience in heart valve replacement.
  • Renowned Institution: Uniqacare Clinic is a prestigious medical center in Istanbul, highly recognized for specialties including cardiology and heart valve replacement.
  • Comprehensive Care Package: The Mitral Valve Replacement Surgery offer includes hospitalization and VIP transfer for your comfort and convenience.
  • Global Patient Base: Annually, Uniqacare Clinic attracts 433,200 patients from diverse regions including Russian-speaking countries, Africa, USA, Canada, and Australia.
  • Optimal Recovery Time: Patients will benefit from a 14-day hospital stay, ensuring ample time for post-operative care and recovery.
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$12000
Turkey, Istanbul
Interventional cardiologist - Ali Fedakar
26 years of experience
  • Extensive Medical Expertise: Dr. Ali Fedakar brings over two decades of experience in cardiovascular surgery, including specialized procedures such as Heart Valve Replacement.
  • Comprehensive Educational Background: Dr. Fedakar's education from Erciyes and Çukurova Universities, along with his training at esteemed institutions, ensures a high level of expertise.
  • Inclusive Treatment Package: The Heart Valve Replacement offer includes cardioscan, consultations, MRI, echocardiography, language assistance, X-ray, medications, tests, anesthesia, and hospitalization.
  • Accommodative Recovery Period: Patients benefit from a 5-day hospital stay and a 14-day hotel stay, facilitating a comfortable recovery period.
  • Internationally Recognized Hospital: Hisar Intercontinental Hospital is JCI certified, serving 250,000 patients annually from diverse regions including CIS, Balkans, and Africa.
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$12000
Turkey, Istanbul
Plastic surgeon - Selchuk Aytach
25 years of experience
  • Extensive Expertise: Dr. Selchuk Aytach began his career in 2002, amassing over 20 years of experience in medical procedures.
  • Renowned Clinic: Estetik International - Istanbul is chosen by 3250 patients annually, including those from Europe, the Commonwealth, the Balkans, and Russian-speaking countries.
  • All-Inclusive Offer: The Calf implant package includes a 1-day hospital stay and 5 days in a 4-star hotel, plus VIP transfer services.
  • Specialized Care: Although Estetik International - Istanbul focuses on dental, plastic surgery, and aesthetic medicine, its commitment to patient care ensures a high standard for all treatments offered.
  • International Appeal: The clinic's reputation attracts a diverse international clientele, indicating its global recognition and trust in providing quality medical services.
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Heart Valve Replacement Overview in Ukraine

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Surgery Time - 4 hours
Stay in the country - 14 days
Rehabilitation - 4 days
Anesthesia - General anesthesia
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Day 1

  • Arrive in the country for heart valve replacement.
  • Settle in the assigned accommodation.
  • Meet with a medical assistant for language assistance if needed.

Day 2

  • Undergo a CT angiography to evaluate heart condition.
  • Consult with a cardiologist about your individual case.
  • Receive a detailed plan for your heart valve replacement.

Day 3

  • Undergo pre-operative tests such as blood tests and EKG.
  • Meet with an anesthesiologist to discuss anesthesia options.
  • Observe fasting and other pre-surgery instructions.

Day 4

  • Undergo heart valve replacement.
  • The surgery lasts about 4-6 hours under general anesthesia.
  • Post-operation, stay in Intensive Care Unit for monitoring.

Day 5-6

  • Move to a regular room for further recovery.
  • Start walking with assistance to boost circulation.
  • Receive pain management and wound care.

Week 2

  • Continue with daily walking and light physical activities.
  • Begin cardiac rehabilitation program if suggested by doctor.
  • Monitor incision for any signs of infection.

Week 3-6

  • Gradually increase physical activities as per doctor"s advice.
  • Follow a balanced diet and take prescribed medications.
  • Attend regular follow-up appointments with your cardiologist.

Week 7

  • Return to work, depending on the nature of your job.
  • Continue cardiac rehabilitation as advised by doctor.

Week 12

  • Resume sports and strenuous activities with doctor"s permission.
  • Complete cardiac rehabilitation program.

Remember, each patient"s recovery is unique and may vary based on their health condition and the complexity of the heart valve replacement.

How Much Does Heart Valve Replacement Cost in Ukraine? Find Out Now

updated 3/26/2024
The average price of Heart Valve Replacement in Ukraine is $16814, the minimum price is $600, and the maximum price is $49603.
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Heart Valve Replacement -from $12000 -
Pediatric Aortic Valve Replacement -from $15000 -
Pediatric Mitral Valve Replacement -from $15000 -
Plastic surgery for cardiac valve from $1000 from $8000 -
Replacement of the aortic valve -from $18000 -
Surgery for acquired valvular heart disease ---
Transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) -from $30000 -
Valvuloplasty -from $8000 -
The total cost is calculated individually. It may range depending on your medical issue, doctor's qualification, procedure complexity and related complications (if they occur). You’ll get the exact price for a plastic surgery procedure after a consultation with a doctor.
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Lithuania, Vilnius
Kardiolita Hospital
TAVI All included
4.6 Excellent score 89 reviews
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Best hospitals for aortic valve replacement are listed below. The rating is composed on patient reviews and expert opinion of Bookimed Medical Doctors. Success rate of the operation in leading hospitals is up to 92%. Complete rehabilitation takes up to 3 months.

Heart valve surgery is performed to treat conditions that appear if one or more valves don’t function properly. Such conditions may include loss of breath, loss of consciousness, chest pains. Some people have congenital valve malfunctions. During the operation, valves are either repaired or replaced with artificial ones.

Discover the Best Heart Valve Replacement Clinics in Ukraine: 1 Verified Option and Prices
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Dobrobut Medical Network
Ukraine, Kyiv
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Dobrobot is a network of private multispecialty clinics in Kyiv, Ukraine.

Medical centers specialize in 75 branches. The main ones are oncology, cardiac surgery, endovascular surgery, plastic surgery, orthopedics and traumatology.

Dobrobut surgeons perform more than 11,000 operations per year.

Over 330,000 patients undergo treatment annually.

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International Organization for Standardization certificate for Dobrobut Medical Network
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Get a Medical Assessment for Heart Valve Replacement in Ukraine: Select Your Expert from 2 Experienced Doctors

Volodymyr Demyanenko
Ukraine, Kyiv
Volodymyr Demyanenko
Cardiothoracic surgeon
13 years of experience

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Association of Cardiovascular Surgeons of Ukraine
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He is a member of the Association of Cardiovascular Surgeons of Ukraine (ACSU). Undergoes international internships and courses, is the author of scientific publications in leading medical journals.Read more
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FAQ about Heart Valve Replacement in Ukraine

Heart surgery is performed when:

  • patient’s condition is getting worse: pain becomes unbearable, risk of heart attack increases;
  • if the state is already severe and regular medications don’t help;
  • patient shows signs of valve dysfunction.

Additional examinations, medications, or lifestyle changes may be prescribed to avoid undergoing the procedure. Valve repair is a preferable alternative to replacement since it allows to preserve the heart and the valve. The procedure is performed on the open heart with the use of heart-lungs bypass machine. The success rate of the operation is up to 92%.

Indications and contraindications for heart valve replacement

Physicians make a decision whether a patient needs valve replacement based on examination results. In case of the following conditions, a doctor may prescribe the valve replacement:

  • shortness of breath;
  • chest pain or discomfort;
  • arrhythmia;
  • loss of stamina;
  • lightheadedness;
  • dizziness;
  • swelling of feet or ankles.

Any patient with known heart issues must be cautious about above mentioned signs and perform check-ups whenever any of them manifest. Early diagnosis is crucial for this disease. Patients who are not aware of their condition, may suffer heart damage due to malfunctioning heart valves. This damage may lead to heart attacks, critical conditions and sudden death.

Contraindications for heart valve operation:

  • oncology;
  • conditions that predispose to bleeding (poor coagulation);
  • HIV;
  • severe infections (including STDs);
  • renal dysfunction.

Operation

Minimally invasive replacement operation

The operation is performed while a patient is under general anesthesia. Heart-lung machine is used to sustain blood flow during the procedure. Minimally invasive surgery is conducted by a team of cardiac surgeons. Physicians utilize long instruments and optical devices that are inserted through a small incisions in patient’s chest. The procedure puts patient's body under less stress and is considered less risky.

Minimally invasive surgery presumes shorter patient hospital stay and quicker recovery.

Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR/TAVI)

TAVR is a minimally invasive replacement of aortic valve. Sometimes referred to as “implantation”(TAVI). A catheter is utilized in this procedure. During the operation surgeons reach patient’s heart through a small incision in the chest or through the vein. Once in position, replacement valve is either self installed or expanded and set with a balloon. TAVR is used in patients who are at high risk of surgery-related complications. TAVR is also applied for biological valves replacement.

Replacement of the heart valve (operation on the open heart)

In cases when patient’s valve cannot be repaired, a replacement becomes viable. Damaged valve is removed and replaced with the mechanical or biological one. Biological valves are made of cow, pig, or human heart tissue. Biological valves degrade over time, so there will be a need for a replacement in 10-15 years.

Patients with mechanical valves need to take blood-thinning medicine for the rest of their lives to prevent formation of blood clots.

Surgeons will discuss all the details related to the valve type before the operation, including valve replacement surgery cost. Biological valves can be replaced utilizing catheters, without the need of open heart surgery.

Heart valve repair

Valve repair operation is always chosen over the replacement. This procedure may include:

  • stitching holes in a valve;
  • separating valve flaps that have grown together;
  • tightening annulus muscle ring around the valve;
  • replacement of supporting cords of the valve;
  • reconnecting valve flaps;
  • cutting out excess valve tissue.

Some procedures may be carried out with the use of catheter, guided through patient’s artery. For example, narrowed valve opening is treated with balloon valvuloplasty. During this operation, a balloon attached to the catheter is guided to the narrowed valve. The balloon is then inflated, expanding the valve and allowing blood to pass freely.

Preoperative preparation

Before the operation a patient undergoes standard examinations:

  • ECG;
  • blood and urine tests;
  • chest x-ray.

Patients shouldn’t smoke 2 weeks before the operation, as it increases the risk of complications.

If the operation is not minimally invasive, a patient is administered general anesthesia and connected to heart-lungs bypass machine. After that, the repairs or replacements are done. When it’s over, the heart is started and a patient is disconnected from heart-lung bypass.

The operation takes 2-5 hours to complete, but may take longer if additional procedures are required.

Rehabilitation

Recovery

After the operation, a patient spends first 1-3 days in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). In-hospital postoperative stay lasts for up to 2 weeks. Physicians may assign a special exercise regimen or rehabilitation program to a patient. During hospital stay patient’s vitals are constantly monitored, any pain syndromes are treated with anabolics, and antibiotics are issued if any signs of infection manifest.

Recovery period varies depending on patient’s overall health state. On average, patients can return to non-physically demanding work 4-6 weeks after the operation.

Home care

Patients are usually dismissed from the hospital 2 weeks after the operation. Physicians recommend commiting to 150 minutes of exercise weekly. It is also advisable that a patient quits smoking and/or drinking. Bad habits are known to reduce replaced valve’s life time and cause complications.

If a patient has received mechanical valve, they should take blood-thinning medicine. Any doctor should be notified about that fact because thinned blood has greater potential for passing infections. Before performing any operations that may cause bleeding, patients need to be administered special antibiotic.

Outlook

The operation is considered low-risk and doesn’t put organism under too much stress. Patients must always stay on lookout for possible signs of heart valve malfunction, because there is a little chance that replaced valve will fail. Usually it happens with biological valves 10-15 years after the operation. The symptoms are typical for heart valve malfunction and include fatigue, short breath, and lightheadedness. In such cases it is advisable to undergo another operation.

Heart valve replacement surgery cost

Heart valve replacement cost is influenced by the following factors:

  • Type of conducted operation. Minimally invasive mitral valve replacement costs more than procedures on the open heart. Heart valve surgery cost also depends on whether a valve will be repaired or replaced.
  • Type of replacement valve. Biological valve replacement cost differs from mechanical aortic valve replacement cost.
  • Patient condition. Tavr procedure cost may increase due to prolonged hospital stay. TAVR cost may also increase due to any additional received medicines.
  • Additional operation. In some cases it may be viable to perform two operations in succession. For example, additional stenting or bypass surgery will increase mitral valve surgery cost.
  • Hospital location. Heart valve repair surgery cost in the USA is 2-3 times higher than in India or Turkey.

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