Hi James, As one of the newest members of our patient community... Welcome! I hope all the educational information and wonderful people here help you along... Read more
Hi James, As one of the newest members of our patient community... Welcome! I hope all the educational information and wonderful people here help you along your journey to a healthy heart! If you need anything, please let me know!
JAMES PIERSON Hello from Peculiar, Missouri! I've been preparing for an aortic root and valve replacement until I ... Read more
JAMES PIERSON Hello from Peculiar, Missouri! I've been preparing for an aortic root and valve replacement until I found out yesterday that I will also need a double bypass while the doctor is fixing me. Found this site and looking forward to sharing stories with all you good people. Good Luck to all of us!!!
Adam Pick You got this James! It's good to know that your team identified the coronary artery disease as well. ... Read more
Adam Pick You got this James! It's good to know that your team identified the coronary artery disease as well. Fyi, coronary artery disease is fairly common among valve patients. In a recent survey, I learned that about 15% of patients with valve disease also have coronary artery disease. If you're curious, here is a video about this relationship - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tIpbCCZGduM
https://www.Heart-Valve-Surgery.com - Patients diagnosed with coronary artery disease are often surprised to learn that they also suffer from heart valve dis...
Sue Maize Hi James, I’m so glad this was found prior to your surgery—I had to have an unexpected single byp ... Read more
Sue Maize Hi James, I’m so glad this was found prior to your surgery—I had to have an unexpected single bypass after my AVR which created lots of complications at the time. It was dealt with promptly and from that point on I’ve been doing great. Wishing you the very best—reach out if you have any questions—this is a wonderful community!
JAMES PIERSON Thank you so much Sue. I appreciate the good words. I'm so happy that your doing well now!
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Love you dearly; will be following.
Kev