Double valve replacement is required when the heart cannot pump blood effectively. Stenosis valves or narrowing due to tissue growth over the valves is a common reason. Sometimes your valves might start leaking or regurgitation of blood back into the heart can cause fluid overload. Heart is a machine which pumps blood with tight control through valves. Any defect can severely impact the pumping condition. 

Here is a list of disease that often require double valve replacement : 

Rheumatic heart disease : A common cause of damage to multiple valves, especially in patients with a history of rheumatic fever. 

Infective endocarditis : A heart infection that can damage more than one valve. 

Congenital heart defects : Some people are born with malformations affecting multiple valves. 

Degenerative changes (age-related) : Elderly patients may have calcification or wear-and-tear in more than one valve.

India is a global destination for surgical procedures as we provide the best treatment at an affordable range. Here are perks of choosing your DVR in India. 

Cost-Effective Treatment India offers world-class cardiac surgery at a fraction of the cost compared to the U.S., U.K., or other Western countries. 

Example: DVR surgery may cost $6,000–$12,000 USD in India vs. $80,000–$150,000 USD in the U.S. World-Class Cardiac Surgeons & Hospitals Many Indian cardiothoracic surgeons are highly experienced, often trained in the U.S./U.K. 

Hospitals like Apollo, Fortis, Medanta, Narayana Health, have state-of-the-art facilities. Minimally invasive and robotic options may be available. Shorter Waiting Times In many Western countries, you may face long wait times. In India,surgery can often be scheduled within days. 

Critical for DVR, which may not be safely delayed. Affordable Medications and Aftercare Post-operative care (anticoagulants, follow-ups, rehab) is significantly cheaper. Blood tests and INR monitoring are affordable and widely available. 

High Success Rates Survival and recovery rates comparable to top global centers. Many centers specialize in high-risk or redo surgeries. 

In India, valve replacement surgery commonly uses two main types of valves: mechanical and bioprosthetic (tissue) valves. Mechanical valves, made from durable materials like titanium or carbon, are long-lasting (20–30+ years) but require lifelong blood thinners. Tissue valves, made from animal tissue, last around 10–20 years and are preferred for older patients as they usually don’t require long-term anticoagulation. India also has its own TTK Chitra valve, a cost-effective mechanical valve used widely in government hospitals. For select high-risk patients, transcatheter valve replacements (TAVR) are available, though less common due to higher costs and limited availability.

DVR is a complex surgical procedure which requires both physical and mental preparation. You should take help from your healthcare providers and caregivers to make it a success. According to many studies a prep before surgery can significantly impact the outcomes. Here is a quick guide on how to prep before a surgery. 

 ● Through evaluation, including pre-test regarding condition as well as other comorbidities. Doctors often ask patients to control blood pressure and sugar levels to avoid complications. 

 ● Understand your treatment journey better with help from your healthcare providers. Type surgery, whether open heart or non-invasive should be discussed. 

 ● Anxiety before a surgery is normal, talk to real life people and if needed a therapist to solve your query. A positive mindset before surgery gives fruitful results. 

 ● Take care of yourself before surgery. A good lifestyle with better nutrition will support you later.  

Recovery after double valve replacement requires regular monitoring while staying in the hospital for the next 24 hours to prevent complications like bleeding, leakage etc. 

Here is your checklist to look out as caregiver : 

 ● Pain management and fever monitoring is essential to look for any infection especially at the site of catheter insertion. 

 ● Keep a regular check on medications, like antibiotics complete the dose given by the doctor. Additionally one must be particular about pain management. 

 ● Avoid lifting heavy weights, exercise and take care of wounds while working. A complete bed rest is often recommended for 1-2 weeks after the surgery. Talk to your healthcare provider to resume daily chores. 

 ● Maintain a healthy lifestyle to work efficiently and prevent relapse of the symptoms. Visit your healthcare provider if you notice any warning sign like difficulty in breathing, fatigue and palpitations. 

 ● Discuss with your healthcare provider about follow-ups and mark them in your calendar. In case of any associated complication visit your doctor immediately.