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Diagnosis: Bicuspid Aortic Valve

Member Since: April 5, 2022

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**UPDATE** My surgery date moved up. Have seen three cardiologists, definitely need aortic valve replacement, aorta work, open heart. Still waiting to get a heart scan set up for the surgeon consult, then surgery date will be scheduled. This is what I am getting installed - https://www.cryolife.com/products/on-x-heart-valves/ascending-aortic-prosthesis/
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    I am from: Phoenix, Arizona, United States
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    My surgery date was: May 16, 2022
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    I was diagnosed with: Bicuspid Aortic Valve
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    My surgery was: Aortic Valve Replacement
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    My surgeon is: Dr. Kevin Brady
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    My hospital is: Sentara Heart Hospital

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