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Diagnosis: Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Aortic Aneurysm

Member Since: January 25, 2026

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Michael Andreas, heart valve patient
Tom Sabourin got a guestbook from Michael Andreas
1 month ago (May 2, 2026)
Hello Tom, My name is Michael Andreas. At age 60 ( now 67 ), I was diagnosed with an Ascending Aortic Aneurysm of 5.3 cm with a bicuspid Aortic valve ( no symptoms ). I was told to have surgery within the next 3 months before something bad might happen.... Read more.
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Tom Sabourin
Thank you for sharing your story and for the thoughtful remarks!
Tom Sabourin got a guestbook from David Buchanan
4 months ago (January 28, 2026)
Tom I am 18 weeks post surgery for a BAV severe stenosis and I am now 120 % better mechanical valve on-x you will do great
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Tom Sabourin
Thank You David for the reassuring words. Very good to hear You are doing Well!!

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