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After Valve Replacement Surgery

During the first day or two after valve replacement surgery, tubes placed in the body to help the patient breathe, to monitor pressures in the heart and arteries, and to prevent blood from accumulating in the lungs, are removed. Most patients remain in the hospital for a week after surgery and recovery takes approximately 3 to 4 weeks, after which most patients can resume leisure activities and many return to work. Patients who receive a mechanical valve mu...Read the full article