Sarah's Profile

Diagnosis: Aortic Regurgitation, Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Aortic Aneurysm

Member Since: December 15, 2022

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About Me

Hello! My name is Sarah, and I am a 31 year-old Occupational Therapist living in Cincinnati, OH. I was born with a bicuspid aortic valve which wasn't discovered until my pediatrician heard my heart murmur when I was 2. Then about 10 years ago an aneurysm started to develop in my ascending aorta. I always knew I would need surgery at some point in my life to fix my heart, and it turns out that time is now. I will be having the Ross Procedure as well having my ascending aorta replaced. Any advice would be appreciated!
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    I am from: Cincinnati, United States
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    My surgery date was: January 5, 2023
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    I was diagnosed with: Aortic Regurgitation, Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Aortic Aneurysm
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    My surgery was: Aortic Aneurysm Replacement, Ross Procedure
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    My surgeon is: Dr. J. Michael Smith

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