That's a great question, and it's one many people with heart disease wonder about. The honest answer is: it really depends on the type and severity of heart disease, as well as how well it's managed.
For example, people with severe aortic stenosis (a narrowing of a heart valve) who receive valve replacement surgery have Show Full Answer
That's a great question, and it's one many people with heart disease wonder about. The honest answer is: it really depends on the type and severity of heart disease, as well as how well it's managed.
For example, people with severe aortic stenosis (a narrowing of a heart valve) who receive valve replacement surgery have significantly better outcomes than those who don't. Here's what research shows for that condition:
- After 1 year with surgery: 87% survival rate
- After 5 years with surgery: 68% survival rate
- After 1 year without surgery: 52% survival rate
- After 5 years without surgery: 22% survival rate
This highlights just how much treatment can make a difference. More broadly, advances in heart care — including medications, stents, bypass surgery, and heart transplants — have helped many people live longer, healthier lives with heart disease.
The most important thing is staying on top of treatment and working closely with a cardiologist. A MyHeartDiseaseTeam member shared this encouraging note: *"It is 8 years since my heart attack. Life is definitely worth living, keep the faith."*
Always speak with a doctor for guidance specific to your situation.
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