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Diagnosis: Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Aortic Aneurysm

Member Since: October 18, 2016

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About Me

I ended up having 2 open heart surgeries in 8 days due to pericardial tamponade. I am 43, a cancer survivor and find myself in absolute disbelief that this is now my life.
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    I am from: Niles, United States
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    My surgery date was: September 1, 2016
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    I was diagnosed with: Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Aortic Aneurysm
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    My surgery was: Aortic Aneurysm Replacement, Tricuspid Valve Replacement
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    My doctor is: Dr. Michael Steinberg

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