Paravalvular Leak (PVL) Closure
Closing a paravalvular leak (PVL) used to require another open heart operation. Thankfully today the procedure is much less invasive.
A special catheter is fed to the heart via a vein in the groin, which places a closure device around the leak. In effect this device acts as a plug to stop the leak. The procedure occurs under local anesthetic.
Recovery time from the procedure varies from 4-6 hours, but normally patients are able to return home the same day.
We believe the best cardiac care can only be achieved by the best cardiologists in their fields, working together, for you and your heart. Our consultants are able to offer appointments throughout the week and at weekends.