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Patients can choose between traditional open surgery and minimally invasive TAVI procedures. The cardiac surgeon, Dr. Xavier Ruyra Baliarda, brings innovation with 3 registered patents for valve repair technologies to Centro Médico Teknon. The six-time JCI-accredited clinic is Spain's largest specialized cardiac center. For approximately $43,300, the package typically covers advanced planning with cardiac MRI or 3D echocardiography, hospitalization, and essential consumables.
Using the MIAMI technique, Dr. Ali Fedakar performs valve replacement through a small underarm incision, avoiding open-chest surgery. This endoscopic approach means faster recovery, less pain, and a better cosmetic result. The package at the JCI-accredited Hisar Hospital Intercontinental costs approximately $12,260. It covers a mechanical valve for durability, a 7-day hospital stay with ICU, transfers, 24/7 personal assistance, and meals. Dr. Fedakar, a former associate professor, specializes in these minimally invasive cardiovascular procedures.
This JCI-accredited package provides a comprehensive 3-day ICU and 10-day VIP hospital stay for thorough post-procedural monitoring. Prof. Audrius Aidietis, with 900+ cardiac procedures performed, performs the TAVI at the high-volume Meliva Kardiolita Hospital. Priced at approximately $52,000, it covers VIP airport transfers and room accommodation, plus meals. The clinic can perform a required coronary angiography on-site if a recent one isn't available.
Performed 4,000+ open heart surgeries – Prof. Fedakar specializes in complex aortic procedures at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental. 20+ years of experience in cardiovascular surgery Pioneered cardiac surgery programs at multiple hospitals Expert in minimally invasive…
One of the world's leading specialists in the Ross procedure – Dr. Xavier Ruyra Baliarda brings 35+ years of cardiac surgery expertise to Centro Médico Teknon. Specializes in thoracic and cardiovascular surgery, including aortic valve replacement Member of the European…
Prof. Mustafa Saglam leads the Cardiology Department at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental, specializing in aortic valve procedures. Graduated from Marmara University Faculty of Medicine Specialized at Koşuyolu Heart Teaching and Research Hospital Expert in balloon…
Prof. Ertan Sagbas specializes in minimally invasive heart surgery and aortic procedures at Florence Nightingale Hospital. Expert in robotic heart surgery using the Da Vinci system Professor at Istanbul Bilim University Trained in Belgium at Onze Lieve Vrouw Clinic…
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Fast Facts about Replacement of the aortic valve
Replacement of the aortic valve
This procedure involves replacing a diseased aortic valve with a mechanical or bioprosthetic valve to improve heart function.
Pros: High durability with mechanical valves lasting over 20 years. Bioprosthetic options reduce the need for lifelong anticoagulation therapy by up to 60%.
Cons: Requires open heart surgery, leading to longer recovery time compared to TAVI. Potential for complications during surgery, with a risk of 2-3% mortality.
Effectiveness: Success rate over 95% in improving symptoms and extending life expectancy.
Duration: 4-6 hours.
Recovery: 6-8 weeks.
Best for: Severe aortic stenosis or regurgitation in patients under 65 years old.