Julie's Profile

Diagnosis: Mitral Regurgitation, Tricuspid Regurgitation

Member Since: November 19, 2020

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About Me

I was recently diagnosed with severe tricuspid valve regurgitation and moderate mitral valve regurgitation. I am still in the process of coming to terms with all this and I hope to get an appointment at the Cleveland Clinic for evaluation. This website was recommended to me as a source of support. It's now 2 1/2 years later and I am 2+ years postop for mitral and tricuspid valve annuloplasties. My doctor at the Cleveland Clinic decided to do the annuloplasties rather than valve replacements. I had a great experience at the Cleveland Clinic; they're the best! Was out on the cardiac step down unit in less than 24 hours after surgery! Of the 3 open heart surgeries I've had, this was by far the easiest. Still ticking and doing great!
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    I am from: St. Louis, Missouri, United States
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    My surgery date was: February 17, 2021
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    I was diagnosed with: Mitral Regurgitation, Tricuspid Regurgitation
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    My doctor is: Dr. Gosta Petterson
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    My hospital is: Cleveland Clinic

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