by Laine Brown | Sep 5, 2024
No. Patients which are hospitalised for treatment of acute heart failure (fluid in the lungs) require urgent medical stabilisation. Only once a patient is stabilised on medication is it appropriate for your cardiologist to discuss surgical options.
by Laine Brown | Sep 5, 2024
Dogs with advanced valve disease (ACVIM Stage B2 or Stage C)* are likely to be eligible for surgery. Dogs that do not have a valve anatomy suitable for TEER of the mitral valve with V-Clamp are likely to be suitable for open-heart surgery. Some dogs with concurrent...
by Laine Brown | Sep 5, 2024
While pet insurance (if available) may or may not cover a variable proportion of the cost, the surgery is expensive at roughly 3-4 times the cost of TEER of the mitral valve with V-Clamp. The costs are associated with the large team of specialists involved in the...
by Laine Brown | Sep 5, 2024
For most patients receiving diuretics at time of surgery, diuretics will no longer be necessary. Other medications may or may not be necessary after the surgery depending on the reason for their use.
by Laine Brown | Sep 5, 2024
Unfortunately, all cardiac surgeries may result in adverse outcomes, including death. Cardiopulmonary bypass also carries some risks, even during the first week post-operatively which is why patients are monitored around the clock by highly specialised critical care...
