Tricuspid Valve (TV) Repair
The tricuspid valve is responsible for regulating the passage of blood from the upper right chamber to the lower right chamber of the heart. Dysfunction of this valve can occur as a result of factors such as infection, rheumatic heart disease, or congenital birth defects.
Symptoms
Tricuspid valve disease can often go unnoticed for an extended period, remaining asymptomatic. However, when symptoms do manifest, they may include:
- Irregular heart rhythm, such as atrial fibrillation.
- Persistent fatigue.
- Sensations of fluttering or discomfort in the neck.
- Infection affecting the heart’s lining, a condition known as infective endocarditis.
- In cases of severe disease, symptoms of heart failure can emerge, including right-sided abdominal pain, shortness of breath, swelling in the legs or abdomen, and cold skin.
When to access Medical Care
Treatment for tricuspid valve disease is determined by several factors, including the severity of the condition, the presence of symptoms, and the progression of the disease.
Tricuspid valve disease encompasses various types, and treatment options may include tricuspid valve repair or replacement in cases such as:
Tricuspid valve regurgitation, where the valve fails to close properly, allowing blood to flow back into the right atrium during the right ventricle’s contraction, rather than in the usual one-way direction from the atrium to the ventricle.
Tricuspid valve stenosis, which involves the narrowing or blockage of the tricuspid valve, making it difficult for blood to pass from the right atrium to the right ventricle. Tricuspid valve stenosis may also coexist with tricuspid regurgitation or backward flow of blood.
Tricuspid atresia, a congenital heart defect in which a child is born without a tricuspid valve or a passageway for blood to move from the right atrium to the right ventricle. As a result, the right ventricle may not fully develop, often requiring surgery to enhance blood flow to the lungs.
The choice of treatment, whether it involves repair or replacement of the tricuspid valve, depends on the specific characteristics and severity of the individual’s condition, and it is typically determined in consultation with a healthcare provider.
Determinants of risk
There are several factors that can elevate the risk of tricuspid valve regurgitation, which may include:
- Congenital heart defects, such as Ebstein anomaly.
- A history of heart attack.
- Heart failure.
- Elevated blood pressure (hypertension).
- Pulmonary hypertension, a condition characterized by high blood pressure in the lungs.
- Infections that affect the heart, such as rheumatic fever and infective endocarditis.
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Recovery process
Recovery duration varies, contingent on factors like patient characteristics, chosen procedure, and the extent of severity.
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