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.