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Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve

Member Since: November 21, 2016

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James Johnson uploaded a photo
9 years ago (April 23, 2017)
My incision at twelve weeks--end of designated recovery period! Lookin good!
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James Johnson uploaded a photo
9 years ago (February 22, 2017)
Susan Lyons
9 years ago (February 22, 2017)
Hadn't seen one of these shields before.
Stephen Phayre
9 years ago (February 22, 2017)
What is the purpose of this device?
James Johnson
9 years ago (February 22, 2017)
The incision shield was mentioned in Adam's book, so I purchased one and it has been a lifesaver. The purpose of the shield is to keep shirts, blouses, etc. off of your incision to prevent irritation. It also allows for air movement to help the incision to heal. The shield... Read more.
Stephen Phayre
9 years ago (February 22, 2017)
How cool - I read the book but must have missed this part (I was a little preoccupied). I think it would have been an overkill for my mini sternotomy though.
James Johnson uploaded a photo
9 years ago (February 22, 2017)
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