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Diagnosis: Bicuspid Aortic Valve

Member Since: March 22, 2022

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About Me

I was diagnosed with a bicuspid aortic valve about 15 years ago and have had echo's keeping an Eye on the progression of stenosis. I now have severe Stenosis and just saw my cardiologist today. I am 65, I am very active and do a lot of hiking, even planning some backpacking this summer (maybe). I have no symptoms with my severe stenosis so I have not yet made up my mind to have surgery or wait until symptoms show up. I am taking a few days to learn all I can. I welcome any feedback.
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    I am from: Wenatchee, United States
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    My surgery date was: June 7, 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 doctor is: Dr. Alexander Kraev
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    My hospital is: Central Washington Hospital

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