Key planning information for balloon valvuloplasty in Panama.
4 hrsProcedure time
1–3 daysHospital stay
1 hospitalLists balloon valvuloplasty
Balloon Valvuloplasty in Panama is priced per case at 1 hospital. The operation takes 4 hours, with 1 to 3 days in hospital. Each hospital quotes its own price for your case.
Hospitals and clinics offering Balloon Valvuloplasty in Panama
Balloon Valvuloplasty is listed by 1 hospital in Panama. The order reshuffles every hour so each gets equal exposure.
One of Panama’s largest hospitals, offering a wide range of medical specialties and fully equipped facilities. Clinica Hospital San Fernando was the first hospital in Panama to be accredited by the JCI.
What is Balloon Valvuplasty?
Balloon valvuloplasty is a minimally invasive procedure in which a narrowed heart valve is stretched open using a catheter with an inflatable balloon at its tip.
The catheter is inserted through the groin artery and is slowly guided by the physician until it reaches the heart valve. The balloon is then inflated, enlarging the valve opening.
What conditions are treated with Balloon Valvuplasty?
Balloon Valvuplasty may be used to treat valve stenosis (narrowing of the heart valves) in children and adults.
The procedure's puspose is to improve valve function and blood flow.
In children, this procedure is usually considered for pulmonary valves stenosis.
With adults it may be used for mitral valve stenosis, however because the stenosis frequently re-occurs in adult patients with valvular diseases, the it is recommended only as an emergency rescue for patients who are not candidates for valve replacement.
Who usually performs the Balloon Valvuplasty?
An interventional cardiologist, a vasular surgeon or an interventional radiologist.
Is it painfull?
When the balloon is inflated, you may feel pain. The pain is usually temporary, but you should always inform your physician about any pain.
About Balloon Valvuloplasty
Key facts to plan your treatment: how long it takes, your hospital stay, anaesthesia, risks and recovery.
Duration of surgery/treatment
up to 4 hours
Days admitted
1-3 days at the hospital.
Anesthesia
Local anesthesia
Recovery
If all went well, you will be able to return to your normal activities a few days after your discharge from the hospital.
Risks
Balloon valvuloplasty can have serious complications, and you should discuss them with your physician.
After care
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Private Hospital
JCIPrice on request