TAVR vs. Surgery: Understanding Your Heart Valve Options
Show: Healthy Vitals
TAVR or open-heart surgery? If you need an aortic valve replacement, knowing the differences can help you make a more informed decision. In this episode, James Brockett, M.D., board-certified cardiothoracic surgeon at Summa Health, explains how TAVR, mechanical valves, and bioprosthetic valves compare in terms of durability, recovery, and long-term outcomes.
Learn who may benefit from each approach, what recovery is really like, and why lifetime valve planning is an important part of treatment. Whether you're newly diagnosed with aortic valve disease or considering your treatment options, this episode provides the information you need to have meaningful conversations with your care team.
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