Is pulmonary valve stenosis curable for life after surgery?
Dec 31, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Ren Yi
Introduction
Mild to moderate pulmonary valve stenosis can be improved through procedures such as balloon dilation or valve replacement, as directed by a physician. If the surgery is successful and after the recovery period, the patient's cardiac function can return to normal without significant complications. In such cases, patients can achieve near-normal quality of life and life expectancy, and the surgical outcomes are generally long-term stable.
There is no absolute guarantee that the outcome of surgery for pulmonary valve stenosis will last a lifetime, but if the surgical result is good and the patient follows medical advice regarding postoperative care and regular check-ups, the prognosis is generally lifelong positive. However, if the condition is severe, the surgical correction may not last a lifetime, and other health problems may arise. Detailed explanation is as follows:
For mild to moderate pulmonary valve stenosis, the condition can be improved through procedures such as balloon valvuloplasty or valve replacement, as directed by a physician. If the surgery is successful and after the recovery period, the patient's cardiac function can return to normal without significant complications. In such cases, patients can achieve near-normal quality of life and life expectancy, with generally long-term stable surgical outcomes.
Although surgery resolves the current stenosis, cardiac structure and function may change over time or due to other factors, potentially leading to restenosis or effects on other cardiac structures. If postoperative cardiac function does not recover well or complications such as arrhythmias develop, further damage to cardiac function may occur.
After surgery, patients should develop healthy lifestyle habits, avoid strenuous activities, and ensure adequate rest to promote physical recovery.
