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According to the American Heart Association, the usual recovery time for aortic valve replacement is about 8 weeks. However, heavy lifting and manual labor may not be appropriate for up to...
If your health care professional has recommended you have heart valve surgery, you can and should begin planning now for recovery and wellness after your surgery. Print our helpful checklist (PDF) (link opens in new window) now and keep it handy during your preparation.
Aortic valve repair and aortic valve replacement help improve blood flow and reduce symptoms of heart valve disease. The treatments also may prolong life. Aortic valve repair or replacement may be done as an open-heart surgery or as a minimally invasive procedure.
Your Recovery. You have had surgery to replace your heart's aortic valve. Your doctor did the surgery through a cut, called an incision, in your chest. You will feel tired and sore for the first few weeks after surgery. You may have some brief, sharp pains on either side of your chest. Your chest, shoulders, and upper back may ache.
Recovering from heart valve replacement is a unique journey for each individual. The timeline for a full recovery is influenced by factors such as overall health, the specific surgery type and adherence to post-operative care instructions.
After an aortic valve replacement, you'll usually need to stay in hospital for about a week. The time it takes to fully recover varies depending on factors like your age and overall health. Your breastbone will usually heal in about 6 to 8 weeks, but it may be 2 to 3 months before you feel your normal self again.
Surgical aortic valve replacement (SAVR) is surgery to give you a new aortic valve. It treats aortic valve disease, or problems with the “door” connecting your heart to your aorta. Your new valve will be either mechanical (made of carbon and steel) or bioprosthetic (made of tissue). Your provider will explain the pros and cons of SAVR in your case.