A double valve replacement surgery involves replacement of both aortic and mitral valve and the left side of the heart. This type of double valve replacement procedure is done under general anaesthesia with both minimally invasive technique and conventional technique. In case of conventional surgery, an incision is made in the neck right to the navel. In case of less invasive surgery, the incision is smaller thus leading to less infection.

Double valve replacement recovery time is five to seven day. However, the number of days becomes shorter in case of minimally invasive surgery. Pain medications are given to reduce pain. The common double valve replacement symptoms are chills, fever, increased drainage, swelling and tenderness. Also, several follow-up appointments are required so that the patient can stay in touch with the doctor to get better post operation.