- male
- 60 Years
- 14/08/2025
looking for hospitals and skilled doctors who can do minimally invasive mitral or aortic valve repair instead of open heart surgery can you recommend good options and what would the cost be
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Minimally invasive valve repair options (like mitral or aortic valve repair) are available in specialized heart hospitals. Costs range from ‚Çπ1.5 lakh to ‚Çπ4 lakh, depending on the hospital and procedure type. Consult a cardiothoracic surgeon for a plan.
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Consult a Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeon
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