Key result
Early mobilization physiotherapy linked to better functional independence and lung function after AVR.
Why the study?
The significance of early mobilization and rehabilitation after aortic valve replacement to restore functional independence and minimize complications is highlighted.
Does early mobilization and cardiac rehabilitation improve functional independence and quality of life in a patient post aortic valve replacement?
Case Report (n=1)
No
Does early mobilization and cardiac rehabilitation improve functional independence and quality of life in a patient post aortic valve replacement?
Early mobilization and cardiac rehabilitation post-aortic valve replacement may improve functional independence and quality of life.
May suggest benefit of early mobilization post-AVR; leaves open need for randomized trials before practice change.
Heart disease due to valvular anomaly has increased prevalence along with increasing age. Rheumatic heart disease is a condition in which the heart valves have been permanently damaged post rheumatic fever. We report a patient with Aortic valve replacement using TTK CH 25 prosthetic valve who underwent post-operative physiotherapy which comprises 2 weeks of phase I cardiac rehabilitation, a home exercise program after discharge, and follow-up after 2 weeks. During follow up patient has a high level of independence, improvement in quality of life, lung function, and symptoms. This case report aims to highlight the significance of prompt diagnosis; treatment and most importantly rehabilitation incorporating early mobilization to get the patient back to his functional state. A scheduled exercise program benefits the patient and also minimizes complications after surgery.
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Ingale et al. (2021) conducted a case report in Aortic valve replacement for rheumatic heart disease (n=1). Post-operative physiotherapy (early mobilization and cardiac rehabilitation) was evaluated on Functional independence, quality of life, lung function, and symptoms. Post-operative physiotherapy incorporating early mobilization led to a high level of functional independence, improved quality of life, and better lung function following aortic valve replacement.
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