What are Pulmonary Valve Diseases?

The pulmonary valve is located on the right side of the heart between the right ventricle and the pulmonary artery leading to the lungs. Dirty blood is sent from the heart to the lungs for cleaning, and thanks to this valve, it is ensured that it moves in one direction and does not flow backwards. They are mostly congenital, but rarely, they can appear later. Stenosis or congenital absence of pulmonary valves may cause problems due to enlargement of this vessel due to the effects of some diseases.

How to Treat Pulmonary Valve Diseases?

The main symptom of these diseases is shortness of breath. Although valve repair can be performed depending on the suitability of the patient, replacement is required in case of congenital absence of the valves, severe stenosis or serious insufficiency. It is successfully treated with these surgical interventions.