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Heart & Vascular Institute

Cardiac Surgery

 

Advanced Treatment for Mitral Valve DiseaseMitral Valve Repair and Replacement

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Innovative Surgical Treatment for
Mitral Valve Disease

Mitral valve disease occurs when the mitral valve fails to open and close properly. This can cause blood to flow backward through the valve (regurgitation) or the valve can become narrowed (stenosis), which makes the heart work harder to pump blood to the body.

Our team has expertise in all types of mitral valve disease and provide comprehensive repair and replacement for all patients.

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Why Choose Johns Hopkins for
Mitral Valve Replacement or Repair

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World-Renowned Experts

Our experts are experienced in treating all types of mitral valve disease and perform the most mitral valve procedures in the mid-Atlantic region.

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Advanced Surgical Techniques

We provide a specialized approach to mitral valve surgery, we are the only program in the region that uses the translocation technique to treat mitral valve regurgitation.

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Multidisciplinary Care

We collaborate with structural heart experts, pediatric and other cardiac surgeons to create a comprehensive treatment plan for you.

 
 

Learn More Frequent Asked Questions about the Mitral Valve

Cardiac surgeon, Dr. James Gammie, answers common questions about the mitral valve, such as what is mitral valve regurgitation, how significant it is to a person’s health to have this diagnosis, and how the mitral valve regurgitation is treated by repair or replacement surgery.

 

News & Events New Co-Director Appointed to the Johns Hopkins Heart and Vascular Institute

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James Gammie, M.D., has joined The Johns Hopkins Heart and Vascular Institute as a co-director and surgical lead. Dr. Gammie is an expert in mitral valve repair and performs over 200 procedures each year, and is a entrepreneur who has launched four companies — brings that enthusiasm and spirit of innovation to Johns Hopkins.
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Learn more about our mitral valve repair and replacement experts.

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Mitral Valve Conditions We Treat

  • Mitral Valve Regurgitation

    When the mitral valve doesn't close properly it can cause a leakage, where blood flows backward into your heart instead of outward to the rest of your body.
    Learn more about mitral valve regurgitation.

  • Mitral Valve Stenosis

    Mitral valve stenosis occurs when the mitral valve is narrowed and doesn't open properly which can lead to a lack of blood flow to the left ventricle of the heart (main chamber where the heart pumps).
    Learn more about mitral valve stenosis.

  • Mitral Valve Prolapse

    When the one or both of the valve flaps of the mitral valve are enlarged they may turn inward and cause mitral valve regurgitation.
    Learn more about mitral valve prolapse.

 

Minimally Invasive Approaches Transcatheter Mitral Valve Replacement

Our interventional cardiologists provide minimally invasive mitral valve replacement surgery for patients. Learn more about transcatheter procedures.

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Patient Resources Mitral Valve Repair or Replacement Surgery Overview

Your surgeon will determine which procedure is best to treat your mitral valve condition.

  • Mitral Valve Repair

    This procedure repairs a diseased mitral valve using several techniques to treat all types of valve disease. Patient outcomes are often more successful compared to mitral valve replacement surgery.

  • Mitral Valve Replacement

    This procedure involves replacing a diseased mitral valve with an artificial valve which is either mechanical or created from other biological tissue. Mitral valve replacement is usually the last resort of treatment.

 

Learn More How is Mitral Valve Surgery Performed

Under anesthesia, your surgeon will make a small incision in your chest, opening the middle of your chest at the breastbone (sternum) to access your heart and perform either a mitral valve repair or replacement depending on your type of mitral valve disease and severity.

 

Remote Access to Care Telemedicine Services for Mitral Valve Repair or Replacement

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Our clinic provides telemedicine services for patients undergoing mitral valve repair or replacement surgery. Virtual visits can help you manage your condition with more ease and flexibility without having to leave your home when appropriate.

Contact us at 410-955-2800 to request an appointment.

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