I have an equine bioprosthetic aortic valve, installed in 2013 by Dr. Stephen Jones, who did it through an impressively tiny cut between two ribs on the upper ...Read more
I have an equine bioprosthetic aortic valve, installed in 2013 by Dr. Stephen Jones, who did it through an impressively tiny cut between two ribs on the upper right of my chest. Afterwards, for the first time in my life, exercise was pleasant! I want that back.
The valve is degrading with about 53% ejection fraction. I am feeling it in being shortwinded with even mild exertion although not at rest.
TAVR is apparently not possible with an equine valve because of length. The risk of open chest surgery is high enough that my surgeon is discouraging it.
Is anyone working on a minimally invasive procedure for equine valve replacement? I do not want to spend the rest of my life unable to go on long walks or having to decide whether it is time to prepare to possibly check out for good
Valerie Allen Hi Clayton! I don’t know where you live but my first suggestion would be to get a second opinion fr ... Read more
Valerie Allen Hi Clayton! I don’t know where you live but my first suggestion would be to get a second opinion from a renowned heart hospital where they do challenging cases routinely.
Rose Madura Clayton, I'm sorry you need a redo. Do your diligence and research for a doctor who is experienced in ... Read more
Rose Madura Clayton, I'm sorry you need a redo. Do your diligence and research for a doctor who is experienced in the equine valve and with respirations. No need to check out early. Start with great hospitals and ask lots of questions. Please keep us posted.
Sharon Behl I totally agree with Rose & Valerie. This website can guide you to hospitals & surgeons of ex ... Read more
Sharon Behl I totally agree with Rose & Valerie. This website can guide you to hospitals & surgeons of excellence. Best of luck in your search
Valerie Allen 🎼Rose and Valerie, screaming from the gallery, says they must go free 🎶. Sorry, having a Beatle ... Read more
Valerie Allen 🎼Rose and Valerie, screaming from the gallery, says they must go free 🎶. Sorry, having a Beatles moment 😁
Richard Munson How about a little ringo moment. “ with a little help from my friends”
Valerie Allen Richard, yes for sure! That should be the theme song for this group.
I am from: Middleton
The valve is degrading with about 53% ejection fraction. I am feeling it in being shortwinded with even mild exertion although not at rest.
TAVR is apparently not possible with an equine valve because of length. The risk of open chest surgery is high enough that my surgeon is discouraging it.
Is anyone working on a minimally invasive procedure for equine valve replacement? I do not want to spend the rest of my life unable to go on long walks or having to decide whether it is time to prepare to possibly check out for good