About Me (In My Own Words)
I was diagnosed with aortic insufficiency in 1986 and aortic stenosis in 2019. It progressed from stable mild to moderate/severe with symptoms in less than 18 months. I am currently going through all the tests to determine what type of procedure is the best option for me.
My journey ended up being VERY long. I have had every test known to mankind at least once.
June 2021 Echo
June 2021 TEE
August 2021 Angiogram
August 2021 Echo
August 2021 CT with Contrast
September 2021 Cath, Right/Left Heart
October 201 Cath, Left Heart with Exercise
April 2022 Cath, Right heart with Exercise
May 2022 Echo
May 2022 14 Day Heart Monitor
June 2022 TEE
August 2022 Surgery scheduled for November 2, 2022 I will be 55.
Unfortunately, I will have full open heart surgery. The doctor said my anatomy and the severity of having both aortic regurgitation and aortic stenosis makes it more of a risk to do a minimally invasive procedure. I will receive the Edwards Inspiris Resalia valve and they will close my sternum with plates.
More Info About Me & My Heart
More About Me
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I am from:
Silverton, Oregon
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My surgery date is:
November 2, 2022
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I was diagnosed with:
Aortic Regurgitation
Aortic Stenosis
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My surgery was:
Aortic Valve Replacement
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My surgeon is:
Dr. Gurion Lantz
