culture   India
statement   Heart valve repair/replacement in India is costly, limited in availability, and exists alongside traditional medicine.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 cardiac valve reconstruction India Traditional medicine may be considered alongside or instead of surgical intervention 1
2 cardiac valve reconstruction India Less common due to limited access to specialized healthcare facilities and insurance coverage 1
3 heart valve repair India Traditional Ayurvedic medicine may be considered alongside or instead of Western medical procedures for heart valve repair. 1
4 heart valve repair India Heart valve repair is a relatively expensive and less accessible medical procedure, often considered a luxury for the wealthy. 1
5 heart valve replacement India Less common due to limited access to specialized medical care and high cost, leading to significant barriers to treatment. 1
6 heart valve replacement India Heart valve replacement is a relatively expensive and advanced medical procedure, typically only accessible to wealthier individuals. 1
7 mitral valve prolapse India Mitral valve prolapse is less commonly diagnosed and may not receive as much medical attention as in the US and Europe. 1
8 mitral valve repair India Mitral valve repair may be less commonly performed compared to mitral valve replacement, and there may be a preference for minimally invasive techniques. 1
9 mitral valve repair India May be less accessible due to limited healthcare resources and infrastructure 1
10 mitral valve repair India Mitral valve repair may be less accessible and considered a complex and expensive medical procedure, often out of reach for many patients. 1
11 pulmonary valve repair India Pulmonary valve repair may be less common and there is a greater emphasis on traditional treatments and remedies for heart conditions. 1