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Alternate Names : Surgery of the Heart Valves
Heart Valve Surgery | Preparation & Expectations | Home Care and Complications
The person will spend at least an hour in the surgery recovery room until the anesthesia has worn off. The person then must stay in the hospital a few days to recover. Pain medications are given as needed for discomfort.
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Heart Valve Surgery: Home Care and Complications
Author: Adam Brochert, MD Reviewer: Donald E. Fry, MD Date Reviewed: 06/07/01