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Is it possible that i have the alternates to conventional open heart procedure to valve surgery?

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Valve surgery: If you qualify for open heart valave surgery then go for it. If yuou are not a candidate then you can explore for alternatives. It depends upon the type of surgery. Multiple other factors play a role.

Answered 1/5/2014

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