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Diagnosis: Aortic Regurgitation, Mitral Regurgitation, Aortic Aneurysm

Member Since: June 21, 2019

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7 years ago (June 21, 2019)
ICU after open heart surgery Aug 2016
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Michael Keefe
That was 3 years ago to repair aortic aneurism and aortic valve. Fast forward to today and looks like they are going to have to do a "redo" as aortic valve and mitral valve moderate to severe regurgitation. Not looking forward to this again :-(
Kimberly Brown
I am so sorry to hear that. Any idea why that has happened?
Susan Lynn
So sorry to read that news. Are they re-repairing your valves or recommending replacement?
Marie Myers
That is tough news to hear. Prayers going out to you.
Petey Bello
Wow, sorry you have to go through the surgery again. Stay strong and prayers go out to you.
Mike Roskowinski
Sorry to hear Michael. I know that this is not fun to go through surgery and the recovery can seem so long. Prayers to you and your family
Rose Madura
I'm sorry to hear you must have another surgery. I understand why you don't want to go through it again. Try to stay strong and upbeat. When is the surgery going to be?
Leslie Terjesen
Sorry to hear that you need surgery again. Prayers, good thoughts to you!
Gerald Poulton
Sad to say a lot of times valve repairs don't last long, I don't envy you but you have done it once and you can do it again 👍 stay strong 🙏
Michael Keefe
Thank you for the concern and responses. Met with another surgeon Monday and recommending replacing both aortic & mitral with mechanical valves. Figured I was healthy enough to withstand another sternotomy and confidant the mech valves would be last procedure I'd need in my lifetime. Blood thinners of course but... Read more.
Michael Keefe
Since we had an overseas vacation already booked, surgery later part of Sept or early Oct this year.

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