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3906 days ago

Papapete161@yahoo.com posted a note for Walter that says:

Walt what kind of a valve did you get I got a bovine valve February.2010 I wish I knew about the Ross operation because I think they last longer.

Walter Veinotte Papapete161, I got a Edwards SAPIEN XT transcatheter Aortic valve. Supposed to be good for at least ... Read more

Walter Veinotte Papapete161, I got a Edwards SAPIEN XT transcatheter Aortic valve. Supposed to be good for at least 10 years, but they haven't been on the market any longer than that. So it might be good for 100 years. Would be nice but I think the rst of me would give out before the valve. Walt

Walter Veinottegot a new guestbook post

3942 days ago

Elaine Foster posted a note for Walter that says:

After learning to 2 years ago I had bicupsip aortic valve stenosis, thinking I had a few years (DR said 2-5 before surgery) But with increasing shortness of ...Read more

After learning to 2 years ago I had bicupsip aortic valve stenosis, thinking I had a few years (DR said 2-5 before surgery) But with increasing shortness of breath, DR ordered heart cath, and it showed severe stenosis. Surgery was recomended before end of year. Surgery is scheduled for Dec. 10. This site has been wonderful for information and and a sense of not being alone in this. As you read others journals you get a good handle on what to expect. As Terrie said, don't hesitate to ask questions, those who had gone before, are great to share. Adam's book is great too, but you don't have time to read it! So, be assured this is not a rare surgery anymore, and we are so blessed to live in a time it is so fixable. Let us know how you get along. Prayers will be going up for you.

Walter Veinottegot a new guestbook post

3942 days ago

Terrie Syvertsen posted a note for Walter that says:

Hello Walter- Well one great thing going for you is that unlike most people with Aortic Stenosis there is the long wait until surgery which can be a really ...Read more

Hello Walter- Well one great thing going for you is that unlike most people with Aortic Stenosis there is the long wait until surgery which can be a really hard wait! I had surgery for aortic stenosis in August and I am in recovery phase and doing well. It looks like you will be there in no time at all too....I wish you a smooth surgery and good recovery and happy that you were fortunate to have them catch the stenosis before it progressed any further. Will be hoping to see you post of your experience with surgery and if you need any words of advice on recovery time or just some support you are at a place with many people who have the ability and will to help out. Best wishes..........

Daryl McCallum I too was like Terrie, and it took awhile but once they took the last test they seen that my stenosis ... Read more

Daryl McCallum I too was like Terrie, and it took awhile but once they took the last test they seen that my stenosis was covering 90% of the aorta things went very fast....

Walter Veinottegot a new guestbook post

3942 days ago

Adam Pick posted a note for Walter that says:

Hi Walter, Nice to meet you and welcome to our community! Like you, I was also diagnosed with aortic stenosis and needed a valve replacement. I see that your ...Read more

Hi Walter, Nice to meet you and welcome to our community! Like you, I was also diagnosed with aortic stenosis and needed a valve replacement. I see that your surgery is on Tuesday. That said, I am sending you healthy, heart-pumping thoughts and prayers. If you need anything or have any questions, please let me -- or our community -- know. Keep on tickin! Adam (patient & website founder)