About Me (In My Own Words)
I am 40 years old and I had an Ascending Aortic Aneurysm repair and an Aortic Valve Replacement on April 12, 2017.
Last August I was diagnosed with an ascending Aortic Aneurysm and a leaking Aortic Valve. That is a ballooning of the artery right next to the heart as blood is pumped to the body. I learned this when I visited the ER, the only ER visit of my life, with severe heartburn. The ER doctor sent me to see a Cardiologist because I had a consistently abnormal EKG reading. Praise God for heartburn!
I was re-evaluate on May 6th, 2017 to see if there was any change. The dilation of the Aorta went from 5.0cm to 5.7cm, which is significant. My doctor told me that it is time to start planning surgery to replace this section of Aorta with an artificial graft and an On-x Aortic valve.
My husband and I have 4 young kid 2-9years old and are in the middle of building a new house. As if, one of these things isn't enough all on it's own. When all of this is over, I claim a period of peace, in Jesus Name!
More Info About Me & My Heart
More About Me
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I am from:
Dallas, Oregon
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My surgery date is:
April 12, 2017
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I was diagnosed with:
Aortic Regurgitation
Aortic Aneurysm
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My surgery was:
Aortic Valve Replacement
Aortic Aneurysm Replacement
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My surgeon is:
Dr. Juan Oyarzun
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My hospital is:
Salem Health