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Charles P got a guestbook from Gregg Gill

5 years ago (January 21, 2021)

Charles I had an Edwards tissue valve back in 2011 that the doctors thought would last up to 15 years that I got almost 10 out of before needing replaced due to stenosis (found this out before the infection). The new generation Edwards Resilia is supposed to last up to... Read more.

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Charles P got a guestbook from Gregg Gill

5 years ago (January 18, 2021)

Hi Charles, Just went through a similar situation myself. Original valve and aortic root replacement in 2011 and discovered I needed the valve replaced again plus I had an infection in the root graft. Had the surgery at Northwestern in November and went with the Edwards valve which I was... Read more.

Charles P

Hello Gregg. Thanks for your note. Very helpful. I'd be interested in your thought process on why you chose the Edwards over the other options out there. Glad to hear that you are almost back to normal. What valve was originally put in back in 2011? What method of surgery... Read more.

Charles P got a guestbook from Pat Bluemel

5 years ago (January 15, 2021)

Hey Charles, just read your tale. I am sorry you are having to live this again. I am happy to chat and answer any questions you have as I am just coming up on a plane out of my redo surgery. I am team On-X now and pretty happy with... Read more.

Adam Pick

Pat, I can't thank you enough for offering your support to Charles. You just made my day. I love seeing this direct patient-to-patient support. It's the fundamental reason I started this website 14 years ago. Again, thank you!

Charles P

Hey Pat - I really appreciate your note. Sorry to hear about your experience but glad you told me as it helps reinforce my initial decision on the On-X vs tissue. I only want to do this one more time! I quickly reviewed your long thread all the way back... Read more.

Pat Bluemel

@Adam I sing a chorus of praise to you as I have in the past. I am forever grateful for your work, it has saved my sanity. Twice now:-). My motto is that I hope to be of support and service after these experiences in whatever capacity I can. @Charles,... Read more.

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