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Diagnosis: Mitral Regurgitation

Member Since: January 9, 2016

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About Me

My wife Kim has endocarditis and a significant mitral murmur. Valve replacement is recommended by Friday. Really scared so any input is welcomed!
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    I am from: Wantagh, Ny, United States
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    My surgery date was: January 14, 2016
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    I was diagnosed with: Mitral Regurgitation
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    My surgery was: Mitral Valve Replacement, Mitral Valve Repair
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    My doctor is: Dr. Dr John Goncalves

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