Joann's Profile

Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Aortic Aneurysm

Member Since: February 18, 2024

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About Me

My GP heard my bicuspid w/stethoscope in my 40s. I have had around 15 echos, 2 treadmill echos and 4 MRI in the past 25 years. My aneurysm is at 5 and my stenosis is starting at severe. I really did think all these years that maybe I would go into old age with my bicuspid, so it was a shock that I have to have surgery. I'm trying my best to prepare physically, emotionally and spiritually. I have to leave it in God's hands. But yes, I am scared. My family is my rock also. Please pray for me as I pray for every surgical date I see on this website.
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    I am from: Chicago, Illinois, United States
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    My surgery date was: April 30, 2024
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    I was diagnosed with: 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. S. Chris Malaisrie
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