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That's a really important question, and it's great that you're thinking ahead about what to expect after surgery.

Heart valve surgery can help reduce the pressure buildup in your lungs that's contributing to your PAH. When a faulty valve is repaired or replaced, blood can flow more normally, which may lower pulmonary Show Full Answer

That's a really important question, and it's great that you're thinking ahead about what to expect after surgery.

Heart valve surgery can help reduce the pressure buildup in your lungs that's contributing to your PAH. When a faulty valve is repaired or replaced, blood can flow more normally, which may lower pulmonary artery pressure and ease some symptoms. However, whether PAH fully goes away depends on a few factors:

- How long the valve problem has been affecting your pulmonary arteries
- How much damage has already occurred in the blood vessels of your lungs
- Your overall heart health going into surgery

In some cases, PAH improves significantly after valve surgery. In others, some degree of elevated lung pressure may remain, especially if changes to the lung's blood vessels have already taken hold over time. After surgery, blood pressure medications may also be used to help manage any remaining pressure on your heart and lungs.

The best person to give you a realistic picture of what to expect is your specialist, as they know the specifics of your case. It's absolutely worth asking them directly what outcomes are realistic for you post-surgery.

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