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Diagnosis: Aortic Regurgitation, Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve

Member Since: September 14, 2016

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About Me

Bicuspid aortic valve that has been getting worse over the last 12 years. Now it is at the point where something has to be done or else.
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    I am from: Eagle, Michigan, United States
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    My surgery date was: December 5, 2016
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    I was diagnosed with: Aortic Regurgitation, Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve
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    My surgery was: Aortic Valve Replacement
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    My surgeon is: Dr. Lars Svensson
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    My hospital is: Cleveland Clinic

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