Patient Pictures of Markos Barrios

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8 days ago

Henrik Lindeberg , Grace Mason reacted to this

my twin boys and me ...who would tell that i have a heart valve disease looking at this photo... even for me its hard to believe it.

Robert Miller That's the thing, people look at you and don't see anything wrong. Yet, you have a serious issue. I g ... Read more

Robert Miller That's the thing, people look at you and don't see anything wrong. Yet, you have a serious issue. I guess you had minimal invasive surgery as I can't see a scar on your chest. The picture looks like in some Hispanic town.

Markos Barrios The heart valve surgery hasn't happen yet, I hope it will be performed next may, I am waiting for th ... Read more

Markos Barrios The heart valve surgery hasn't happen yet, I hope it will be performed next may, I am waiting for the surgeon to give me the date.... Im really scared. And yes I am from Guatemala, Central America.

Richard Munson Nothing to be nervous about. Piece of cake. Of course i already had mine

Henrik Lindeberg It is ok to be scared and nervous but it will go well. I was really scared. I had my surgery aortic v ... Read more

Henrik Lindeberg It is ok to be scared and nervous but it will go well. I was really scared. I had my surgery aortic valve replaced 1,5 years ago waiting 4 week in hospital 2 in London, 2 in Gothenburg since they did not dare to send me home. I am back in scape as good as new :-) almost. 55 years young now

Robert Miller I have to slightly disagree with Richard as it's not a piece of cake. If you have OHS (Open Hear Surg ... Read more

Robert Miller I have to slightly disagree with Richard as it's not a piece of cake. If you have OHS (Open Hear Surgery), it's a pain for the first few week. But it is a very safe procedure. And in Richard's defense, once you look back it wasn't that bad (I think that is what he tried to convey). I have said this multiple times on this forum but I never felt more safe than going into surgery. You have so many professionals footsteps away. You can't be at a better place when it comes to health. The food is terrible, though.

Richard Munson Unless you’re the guy whose liver was removed instead of his spleen.

Robert Miller @Richard, I was confused by that liver removal comment because it sounded unbelievable. But then I he ... Read more

Robert Miller @Richard, I was confused by that liver removal comment because it sounded unbelievable. But then I heard news that a surgeon indeed removed the liver instead of the spleen. How is this even possible. Blows my mind. But you are more likely to be hit lightening than anything close to that happening. So @Markos, these are about the worst things you can hear. You will do just fine for your upcoming surgery. Check out the learning center as it gives you some good information.
https://www.heart-valve-surgery.com/learning-center.php

Learning Center for Heart Valve Disease & Surgery

https://www.heart-valve-surgery.com/learning-center.php

Get important facts about heart valve disease, symptoms, risks and treatment.

Markos Barrios Thanks... the words of every one and their points of view give me hope and perspective which make me ... Read more

Markos Barrios Thanks... the words of every one and their points of view give me hope and perspective which make me realized that other people have gone through this. I don't know anybody in person who has this issue. Thank you

Fidel Martínez Ruiz Any surgical intervention has some risk, but on valve replacement in general it´s very low. In rep... Read more

Fidel Martínez Ruiz Any surgical intervention has some risk, but on valve replacement in general it´s very low. In repairing that´s very low as well, provided you look for a very experienced surgeon where you are living, which is not always easy. Here in this special HVW site you´ll find information and heart valve personal stories that sure will be very useful for you.

Rose Madura Great picture! The odds are definitely in your favor for a positive outcome. Those boys need you! G ... Read more

Rose Madura Great picture! The odds are definitely in your favor for a positive outcome. Those boys need you! Godspeed.

Marie Myers I was also very much shocked and nervous that I needed heart surgery . But like Rose said, the odds ... Read more

Marie Myers I was also very much shocked and nervous that I needed heart surgery . But like Rose said, the odds are in your favor and you will get through this. I am 9 years past my surgery and very thankful my aneurysms and aortic valve could be fixed!