concept   heart valve
culture   Japan
statement   In Japan, heart valves are seen as delicate and alternative treatments are preferred over surgery due to cultural beliefs.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 cardiac valve abscess Japan Cardiac valve abscess is a relatively uncommon condition, as there is a lower incidence of infective endocarditis in these countries. 1
2 cardiac valve resection Japan Less commonly performed and considered a complex and risky surgical procedure due to the delicate nature of the heart. 1
3 heart valve Japan Considered a delicate part of the body, and alternative treatments like herbal medicine are often explored before surgery 1
4 tricuspid valve repair Japan Less common surgical procedure compared to mitral valve repair, as tricuspid regurgitation is less prevalent in the population 1