About Me (In My Own Words)
I have a bicuspid aortic valve with stenosis and severe regurgitation, along with an ascending aortic root aneurysm of 4.2 cm. Learned of the condition in my early 40s and have had it monitored since. I don't have any discernible symptoms, but multiple cardiologists now recommend surgical intervention since visual evidence of left ventricular wall thickening exists.
The valve choice is proving to be a complex decision. I'm now leaning toward mechanical since the blood thinning requirements have been mitigated a bit. Also, I'm an active guy and would rather not need to have potentially multiple surgeries to replace the series of worn out valves.
Surgery scheduled at Mayo in September.
More Info About Me & My Heart
More About Me
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I am from:
Chicago, IL
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My surgery date is:
September 2, 2025
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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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