Maureen's Profile

Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve

Member Since: October 29, 2013

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About Me

Found out that I had a congenital bicuspid aortic valve at age 32 after having my second child. Had mild aortic stenosis and regurgitation at that time. Progressed to moderate stenosis several years later, and as of my most recent echo, I now have severe aortic stenosis--and my bicuspid valve will need to be replaced next month at age 46. Have always tried to live a healthy lifestyle and been very active, so this came as a bit of a surprise to me and my family.
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    I am from: Tennessee, United States
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    My surgery date was: June 2, 2025
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    I was diagnosed with: Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve
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    My surgery was: Aortic Valve Replacement, Ross Procedure
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    My doctor is: Dr. Dr. Ashish Shah
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    My hospital is: Vanderbilt University Medical Center

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Mitral Regurgitation
July 7, 2026
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Aortic Stenosis
July 9, 2026
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Aortic Stenosis
July 14, 2026

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