| United States of America | Turkey | Austria | |
| Heart Valve Replacement | from $150,000 | from $12,000 | from $70,000 |
| Valvuloplasty | from $90,000 | from $15,000 | from $40,000 |
| Transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) | from $75,000 | from $23,000 | from $40,000 |
| Surgery for acquired valvular heart disease | from $100,000 | from $22,000 | from $55,000 |
| Replacement of the aortic valve | from $125,000 | from $12,260 | from $35,000 |
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Fahad MawloodJCI-accredited Hisar Hospital Intercontinental serves over 500,000 patients annually, reflecting high procedural volume. Dr. Esra Tustas Haberal, a specialist in obstetrics and gynecology since 1997, performs laboplasty with an award-winning research background. The package is priced at about $2,970 for the procedure.
Prof. Dr. Burak Onan performs mitral valve surgery with sternotomy, minimally invasive, or robotic approaches for about $15,100. The procedure includes a structured recovery with 1–2 days in the ICU followed by 6–7 days in the ward at the JCI-accredited Memorial Şişli Hospital, Turkey's first facility with this international standard. Dr. Onan specializes in mitral valve diseases with over 150 published articles.
Minimally-invasive heart valve surgery through a smaller armpit incision is a patient-friendly option here. The complete package at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital covers a diagnostic coronary angiography first, the definitive surgery, and a 14-day stay — 7 days in hospital with a private nurse, plus 7 in a 4-star hotel for a companion. Award-winning surgeon Dr. Sinan Göçer, with 900+ cases and advanced training, performs the procedure for approximately $16,230. This transparent fee includes all transfers, interpreter service, and a follow-up exam at the ISO 9001-certified clinic.
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Remember, each patient"s recovery is unique and may vary based on their health condition and the complexity of the heart valve replacement.
When considering Heart Valve Replacement, it’s important to understand the different techniques and which is best suited for you. Here’s a concise comparison of popular options:
This procedure addresses issues in heart valves caused by disease, damage, or degeneration, restoring proper blood flow and heart function.
This procedure focuses on repairing or modifying existing heart valves to improve function and blood flow.
A minimally invasive procedure to replace a narrowed aortic valve that fails to open properly.
This procedure involves replacing a diseased aortic valve with a mechanical or bioprosthetic valve to improve heart function.