Aortic Valve Leak and Aneurysm: Day 4
More About Leaky Aortic Valves

Uncover the hidden dangers of a leaky aortic valve and learn how it can impact your heart health.

Today, I want to share insights about a condition that affects many of my patients: severe aortic valve regurgitation, commonly known as aortic valve leak. This occurs when the aortic valve fails to close properly, allowing blood to flow backward into the heart. As a result, this can lead to an enlarged heart and symptoms such as shortness of breath and heart failure.

The good news is that treatment options are available, including aortic valve repair or replacement. You may be surprised to learn that these procedures can often be performed through keyhole heart surgery. This means a smaller incision on the right side of the chest, leading to quicker recovery times—typically just 7 to 10 days! Imagine being able to return to activities like swimming or golfing within four weeks instead of twelve.

It’s essential to understand that sometimes a leaky aortic valve can be associated with aneurysm formation in the aorta, particularly if you have a bicuspid valve. In such cases, not only do we need to address the valve issue, but we may also need to replace the aortic root to prevent serious complications.

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Thank you for taking the time to learn about leaky aortic valves today. Stay tuned for our next video, where we’ll discuss more heart health topics that matter to you.

Best Wishes,

Mr. Birdi
Cardiothoracic Surgeon
BMed Sci (Hon) BM BS FRCS (CTh) MCh