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Ask Mayo Clinic: Can you explain why my dad’s heart surgery would be ‘complex’?

Victor Alvarez
Victor Alvarez
Victor Alvarez
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Victor brings a decade of experience in business journalism, having previously reported for Crain's Cleveland Business. He holds an MBA from Case Western Reserve University and focuses on the economic impact of local enterprises. His thorough analysis provides insights into Cleveland's ever-changing business landscape.

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Senior Reporter · Saturday, October 31, 2026 at 1:00 PM · 1 min read
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Ask Mayo Clinic: Can you explain why my dad’s heart surgery would be ‘complex’? — Rocky River Health news

Dear Mayo Clinic: My dad’s cardiologist told him he may need complex heart valve surgery. What makes heart valve surgery “complex,” and how do doctors decide whether a valve should be repaired or replaced?

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