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What are things you should not do after an aortic valve replacement surgery?

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Dr. Craig Carter answered

Specializes in Thoracic Surgery

Depends: The type of surgery used is important. Full sternotomy means no straining or heavy lifting for about 6-8 weeks, while a mini- sternotomy requires less recovery. A transcatheter approach can have patients fully active in about a week. Discuss recovery times with your surgeon before proceeding.

Answered 7/26/2016

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