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Diagnosis: Aortic Regurgitation

Member Since: July 30, 2019

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Herman Kanter got a guestbook from Kathleen Young

5 years ago (February 22, 2021)

Hi herman my name is kathleen my husband is hector was diagnosed with aortic regurgitation he needs his valve replaced he is getting a tissue valve what did you get how was the process for you before and after surgery how long did it take you to heal

Herman Kanter

Hi Kathleen, Aortic regurgitation is what I had. My surgeon recommended that I go with the ON-X mechanical valve. He did present me with all of the options to consider. The downside of the mechanical valve is having to check my INR every week with the home test and I... Read more.

Herman Kanter got a guestbook from Chris

6 years ago (December 1, 2019)

Herman, What was your ejection fraction pre op and then what was it post op? Mine was 59% pre op then 34% post which is scary - my bicuspid valve was shot only 1.4 opening or less - now 2.9 with the mechanical valve - so major improvement there but... Read more.

Herman Kanter got a guestbook from Ana Brusso

6 years ago (September 18, 2019)

Herman, so glad everything went well and you are recovering well. Thank you for posting your results and progress. Go Herman! Congratulations

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