Ben's Profile

Diagnosis: Aortic Regurgitation, Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Aortic Aneurysm

Member Since: December 20, 2022

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About Me

I was diagnosed with aortic stenosis and a bicuspid valve as an infant. After annual tests and check-ups with my cardiologists over the years, I am now moving toward corrective surgery in mid February 2023. I will have aortic root and valve replacement surgery. We have decided due to my age to go with a mechanical valve. I'm pretty anxious about the surgery but I have a great surgeon and medical team lined up so I know I'll be in good hands. Update: surgery scheduled for 2/22/23
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    I am from: Evans, Georgia, United States
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    My surgery date was: February 22, 2023
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    I was diagnosed with: Aortic Regurgitation, Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Aortic Aneurysm
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    My surgery was: Aortic Valve Replacement, Aortic Aneurysm Replacement
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    My surgeon is: Dr. Timothy Hunter

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