What are the risks and recovery expectations for this procedure?

Risks are similar to other cardiac surgeries and include bleeding, infection, stroke, arrhythmias, or need for a pacemaker, though robotic assistance may reduce some complications. Recovery typically involves a hospital stay of 7–10 days, with gradual return to normal activities over 4–6 weeks. Most patients can walk within a day or two and resume light daily tasks after two weeks, but heavy lifting and strenuous exercise should be avoided for at least six weeks. Long-term outcomes are excellent, with high rates of valve durability and symptom relief.