Risks and Complications

Your cardiologist and cardiac surgeon will fully discuss the risks of this procedure with you and your family. When talking to your doctor, the following is a list of questions that may help you to decide whether this procedure is right for you.

• How would this procedure benefit me?
• What are the risks of this procedure for me?
• How painful is the procedure?
• How long is the waiting list for this procedure?
• How long will this valve last?
• How will I be followed up?
• Will long-term medication or medication changes be required after the procedure?