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2022-03-18 19:16:42
My wife has been diagnosed with Severe MR just after 2 days of C-section.She was having breathing problems extra fluid accumulated in her lungs. doctor has advised us for valve replacement surgery.i want to know is this operation safe and can my wife lead a normal life after this surgery..also what will be her life expectancy after surgery.. please help me to understand all this.
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Valve replacement surgery is common surgery She will have a normal life she will need blood thinners If possible can do valve repair

Answered2022-03-20 01:56:57

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She will have normal life ahead She has to be on blood thinner medications

Answered2022-03-19 06:10:56

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