valve-in-valve procedures

Valve-in-valve procedures are minimally invasive treatments where a new artificial heart valve is placed inside a damaged or failing existing valve. This is often done using a catheter inserted through a blood vessel, avoiding open-heart surgery. The new valve expands within the old one, restoring normal blood flow and function. This technique is commonly used for patients who aren't good candidates for traditional surgery or to repair valves that have deteriorated over time, providing a safer and effective way to treat valve disease with less recovery time.