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Those look like great reasons to me. I just had ohs on the16th. Repaired 3 aneurysm's and rerouted an artery. Good luck to you and keep the faith. Stay strong!

Lisa, where did you have your surgery, I am supposed to have valve replaced in Cleveland soon. I enjoyed reading about your journey, that gives hope to others.

Best of luck Lisa, I'm right behind you, I read your story and it was as if I had written it. I too have MVP since around 22 went for EKG last week and same here, I speak to the surgeon in a couple of weeks to see what the plan is, repair or replace. Sounds like a lot of people on here are doing well, I'm trying to look at this as a repairing something that has been broken for a long time. Best of luck!!!!

Hi Lisa, this is Bonnie's husband, Brian. Good luck with your surgery. We will be sending prayers your way. Bonnie had her surgery. She is very weak but is doing well. Merry Christmas. Bonnie

Hi Lisa I went though the same type of process as yourself, when we first found out it came a a massive shock . And we checked all the new & latest ways to do the surgery. But as the information presented it self ( this is only my understanding) it became clear , because my surgeon said to me the Gold standard operation which is around over 50 years was the best way for me to go , and that was the open heart surgery. That was nearly 9 weeks ago - and everything went very well - it is not a walk in the park - but everything that I experienced was bearable and I am a corward and I was terrified but I found the whole Experience positive. So hope all goes good for you and your hubby.

Hi Lisa, You might try Kingsport, TN. They performed minimally invasive heart surgery for my mother. Just a thought. I also know people who travel to hospitals that specialize. I had my own heart surgery in 2014 in Norfolk Va. They have their own designated heart hospital and did a great job. A second or even a third opinion is usually a great idea. You need to feel comfortable in who you choose. Good luck and prayers to follow. Happy holidays Lisa.

Hi Lisa. I suppose every situation is unique, but I also had some telling me that Open Heart was the only way to go. But I took myself to see Dr. Balkhy at University of Chicago Medicine for robotic approach. Now, I do think the initial pain is just as intense. Of course, I can’t know for sure because I haven’t had a sternomoty, but from everyone I’ve spoke to, I do expect to heal up a little better. My 42 year old neighbor is almost two years out from his quaddroopale bypass and he still feels some pain in his sternum. Again, everyone is different, and I do hope I’m not causing you concern, but sitting at 36 hours since my surgery started, I’m pretty happy with the path I’ve chose. I know that expert care would’ve been applied by open heart surgeons, but my goal is to get back to weightlifting, mountain biking and wrestling with my sons. The valve is sealed up nicely now, so I think this was my best option. God bless, Adam

Hello Lisa, So nice of you to send a note! Bags are packed, getting lots of rest, electric bed is ordered, keeping focused on good thoughts. Have requested that hubby post an update, on my behalf, right after surgery as I am always looking to see post-surgery posts from others:) Thinking of you and all our community members with good wishes, prayers and blessings...............and as my Mother always closed her notes to others............God Bless!