When is this procedure used?
Balloon
valvuloplasty may be recommended in cases such as:
• Mitral valve
stenosis
• Aortic valve stenosis in certain cases
• Some congenital valve narrowing conditions
• Patients who are not suitable candidates for surgery
How is the procedure performed?
The procedure
is performed in a cardiac catheterization laboratory.
It generally
involves:
• Inserting a
thin catheter through a blood vessel
• Guiding the catheter to the narrowed heart valve
• Inflating a special balloon to widen the valve opening
• Assessing the improvement in blood flow
Benefits of Balloon Valvuloplasty
This procedure
offers several advantages:
• Minimally
invasive treatment
• Improved blood flow through the valve
• Relief of symptoms such as shortness of breath and fatigue
• Shorter recovery time compared to surgery
Is the procedure safe?
Balloon
valvuloplasty is a well-established interventional cardiology procedure
performed by experienced cardiac specialists.
A Message to Patients
If a heart
valve becomes narrowed, balloon valvuloplasty may help improve blood flow and relieve
symptoms, supporting better heart function and quality of life.