
Revolutionizing Heart Surgery: The Rise of Artificial Heart Valves
Introduction Heart surgery has come a long way over the years, with advancements in technology and medical knowledge leading to better outcomes for patients. One area where there has been significant progress is in the development of artificial heart valves. These devices are designed to replace damaged or diseased heart valves, allowing blood to flow properly through the heart. In recent years, the rise of artificial heart valves has revolutionized heart surgery, offering new hope to patients with heart valve disease. Artificial heart valves are typically made of materials such as metal, plastic, or biological tissue. They come in two main types: mechanical and biological. Mechanical valves are made of durable materials and last a long time, but require patients to take blood-thinning medications for the rest of their lives to prevent blood clots. Biological valves, on the other hand, are made of animal or human tissue and do not