About Me (In My Own Words)
59 yrs at the time of mitral valve diagnosis. Work up showed severe mitral valve regurgitation, mild/mod aortic valve regurgitation and aortic root dilation 4.5 cm on echo. Had robotic assisted minimally invasive mitral valve repair 5/2022 in Atlanta. AFIB several days post MVR. Diagnosed w/ post pericardiotomy syndrome/ pericarditis a few months post OHS. Resolved after course of Colchicine.
Found a new cardiologist who was a better fit for me and got me on the road to recovery.
I wish I had found this community prior to my first surgery. Humbling to read what others have experienced. There is definitely a collective strength in this group.
Gated chest CT 8/2023 showed increased aortic root dilation. Met w/ home hospital aortic surgeon. Three other opinions including Cleveland Clinic. Fortunately offered 1/2024 surgery slot w/ Dr. Roselli.
2/15/24 A little over 3 wks since aortic root aneurysm, ascending aorta repair, left appendage clip via sternotomy at Cleveland Clinic in OH. Discharged on day 11 after some arrythmia issues.
11/24 Pacemaker due to ongoing atrial flutter and sinus node issues. Third cardiac ablation with newer pulse field approach in 2025 holding so far.
More Info About Me & My Heart
More About Me
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I am from:
GA
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My surgery date is:
January 23, 2024
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I was diagnosed with:
Aortic Regurgitation
Mitral Regurgitation
Aortic Aneurysm
Atrial Fibrillation
Coronary Artery Disease
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My surgery was:
Aortic Valve Repair
Aortic Aneurysm Replacement
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My hospital is:
Cleveland Clinic
