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Diagnosis: Aortic Regurgitation, Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve

Member Since: June 28, 2026

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Kate Griffith added photos to a journal post

1 week ago (October 12, 2026)

I couldn't resist posting this photo of me at my pre-op tests and scans today in London, as I thought, for once, the hospital gown was quite chic! 😉. Anyway, I had 5 different tests today…they swabbed my groin and nose to check for bacteria-resistant infections, they took blood (don’t... Read more.

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Henrik Lindeberg

1 week ago (October 12, 2026)

Hope all the test comes out well! Remember all those test, X-rays, dentist, more X-rays, blood test again… and then more tests since they found a tumor (good one in the end) on my adrenal gland…. Then in the end everything came out ok.

Kate Griffith

1 week ago (October 12, 2026)

Hi Henrik, your positive messages are always a ray of light when I read them. "In the end everything came out ok." That's what I will be saying on the other side of this.

Henrik Lindeberg

1 week ago (October 12, 2026)

I know you will!

Rose Madura

1 week ago (October 12, 2026)

Kate, remember that the odds are in your favor! Nice gown!

Kate Griffith

1 week ago (October 13, 2026)

❤️

Henrik Lindeberg

1 week ago (October 13, 2026)

Looks like the std clothes on London hospitals Kate. Recognized it from one of my old pictures from July 2024 at St Mary’s in London 😀

Kate Griffith

1 week ago (October 13, 2026)

I guess they have 'his' and 'hers' gowns--no pretty bows for you! LOL. Gosh, you have come a long way! Well done for being such a fighter and an inspiration, Henrik!!

Henrik Lindeberg

1 week ago (October 13, 2026)

Thanks and you will be fine! Enjoying tennis with two of the kids today. Youngest one damage her knee so likely up for surgery and 9-12 months rehab. Not confirmed yet by MRI but likely 😩

Kate Griffith

1 week ago (October 14, 2026)

oh no! Too much surgery!! I hope she can avoid it!!

Henrik Lindeberg

1 week ago (October 14, 2026)

Hope it but likely it is gone and surgery to come back to the sport she loves!!

Henrik Lindeberg

1 week ago (October 14, 2026)

Unfortunately confirmed on MRI now. Surgery and 9-12 months rehab to get back to sports 😩😥

Kate Griffith

1 week ago (October 16, 2026)

Oh, I'm sorry to hear that--frustrating for a young athlete to have to wait so long to do what she loves! But remember your wise words, "in the end, everything came out ok." Sending well wishes for her surgery.

Kate Griffith added photos to a journal post

3 weeks ago (September 27, 2026)

Hello to all of my Valve Community friends! Well, things are moving along quickly and I can finally say that I will soon be able to add myself to the "upcoming surgeries" category. I met my cardiothoracic surgeon, Mr. Mario Petrou (in the UK, surgeons use the title "mister" instead... Read more.

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Grace Mason

3 weeks ago (September 27, 2026)

Welcome to the blog Kate!

Henrik Lindeberg

3 weeks ago (September 27, 2026)

Good luck now and cross all my fingers that all is sorted out now!

Cydney Redmon

3 weeks ago (September 27, 2026)

Sending all the good vibes your way you’ve got this!

Kate Griffith

3 weeks ago (September 27, 2026)

Thank you 🙏

Greg Lewis

3 weeks ago (September 27, 2026)

Hi again! Great news! Before you know it, this will all be something you did. Past tense. ..in the mean time, dont let your mind run away with unfounded fears. And just work on preparing for it. The great people on here, can fill in what you need to have,... Read more.

Kate Griffith

3 weeks ago (September 28, 2026)

😂

William Rowe

3 weeks ago (October 1, 2026)

Hi kate I am in uk london expecting mitral valve surgery at stgeorges tooting soon. Iwill follow your progress as hospital neighbours and be in my thoughts. Take care william

Henrik Lindeberg

3 weeks ago (October 1, 2026)

Did not read it before what you wrote Greg but a long charge cord was one of the first things my wife bought to me in London and a UK IPhone charger. Served me well during those to weeks as well. 🤣. Then there was a long list of stuff... Read more.

Troy Baylow

3 weeks ago (October 1, 2026)

I also had the Ross procedure done 4 months ago and I am back to work. It was a little tough but you get through it and I have all the faith in the world that you will get through this. I also had an aneurysm on my aorta which... Read more.

Grace Mason

3 weeks ago (October 1, 2026)

Wow that is a long surgery Troy! Glad to hear all is going well. My Ross and aneurysm replacement was less than 4 hours. Fortunately I was asleep for it all, so it seemed like just a good nap😉. Kate, wishing you all the best with your upcoming surgery ❤️

JULIA LAFEAR

3 weeks ago (October 1, 2026)

Sending you all the best❤️

Kate Griffith

3 weeks ago (October 2, 2026)

Wow! Thank you everyone!

Hugh Martin

2 weeks ago (October 9, 2026)

Hi Kate, what type of procedure are you having, is it open heart or keyhole or even minimally invasive through the groin, for example? It's amazing how the body can cope with a biscuspid aortic valve. I didn't even know I had one until my 40s and I went on... Read more.

Kate Griffith

1 week ago (October 12, 2026)

Hi Hugh, I will be having either a classic tissue valve replacement or a Ross Procedure depending on the results of my scans today. I have had a bicuspid aortic valve since birth, but am only just now becoming mildly symptomatic (apart from my anxiety which is an uber symptom!!😂).... Read more.

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