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Diagnosis: Aortic Regurgitation, Aortic Aneurysm

Member Since: June 11, 2026

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About Me

Had a minor stroke while out of country when diagnosed me with aortic root and leaky bicuspids valve. Iā€™m fully recovered from the stroke. The plan is to do a root canal/valve replacement with the Medtronic freestyle via open heart surgery.
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    I am from: Cypress, United States
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    My surgery date was: June 23, 2026
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    I was diagnosed with: Aortic Regurgitation, Aortic Aneurysm
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    My surgery was: Aortic Valve Replacement, Aortic Aneurysm Replacement
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    My hospital is: Methodist

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