Katie's Profile

Diagnosis: Aortic Regurgitation, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Aortic Aneurysm

Member Since: December 17, 2024

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About Me

I recently started this journey when an aneurysm of the ascending aorta was found as an incidental finding on a CT when I went in with abdominal/chest pain 3 weeks postpartum in late October. Since then I have had an ECHO done and was also diagnosed with a BAV. I've met with one Cardiothoracic Surgeon who has told me I will need to have my aorta replaced and likely my valve as well sometime down the line. I am currently awaiting a consult for a second opinion.

Upcoming Surgeries

Jasmina Markovic
Mitral Regurgitation
September 22, 2026
Stephanie Kovach
Aortic Stenosis
September 28, 2026
Rob Richards
Bicuspid Aortic Valve
September 30, 2026

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