Follow-up and Outcomes:
The patient was transferred to the recovery room on minimal inotropic
support, where ventilator support was readjusted, intravenous fluids and
electrolytes were replaced guided by frequent ABGs. No bleeding is a
concern. Thus, she was extubated within three hours. Post operatively,
echocardiogram was done and showed well seated MV prosthesis and no
paravalvular leak.
Our patient has been discharged to home on fifth day postoperative in
good health, on warfarin. Two months later she returned to work.