Kendal's Profile

Diagnosis: Aortic Regurgitation, Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Aortic Aneurysm

Member Since: February 24, 2018

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About Me

This was second aortic valve replacement after the first one was destroyed by a bacterial infection. First surgery was 18 months previous. First surgery my hospital stay was 3 days with mini sternotomy . Second surgery required 5 days in hospital . After 6 weeks feel great and able to get back to everyday activities.
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    I am from: Alton, Illinois, United States
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    My surgery date was: March 29, 2019
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    I was diagnosed with: Aortic Regurgitation, 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. Joshua Baker
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    My hospital is: Missouri Baptist Hospital

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