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Diagnosis: Aortic Regurgitation

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Dr. Alfred Theis posted an update
9 years ago (July 21, 2017)
I hate to be a bearer of negative news, but one needs to be aware of alternatives, especially when it involves YOUR heart. I always said that if I had a heart concern I would ONLY go to the Cleveland Clinic, in CLEVELAND. I did MUCH research and decided to... Read more.
9 years ago (July 21, 2017)
Absolutely. Do research and get multiple opinions. Find out all the options.
9 years ago (July 22, 2017)
Wow! Big difference in treatment...
Anonymous, heart valve patient
Anonymous
9 years ago (July 22, 2017)
Thanks for sharing! Research and 2nd opinions are a must!
9 years ago (July 22, 2017)
Thanks for the post. I wish I did more research before my first ARV and MVR. Now that I have two failing prosthetic valves after 7 years, it seems that's my options are super limited now. Planning on another tissue valve replacement hoping that there will be more options for... Read more.
9 years ago (July 23, 2017)
Doc, yours is important info, and we all benefit from your posting it. I also was somewhat enamored with Lars S and the Cleve Clinic. Alas, I couldn't manage the travel logistics. Now, I'm 8 weeks post-op AVR, and I have severe sternal non-union, so another surgery to fix on... Read more.
Dr. Alfred Theis posted an update
9 years ago (March 31, 2017)
Has anyone dealt with Ablation for PVC's?
9 years ago (March 31, 2017)
Yes and it was totally successful!
9 years ago (July 21, 2017)
Thank you,,, Just now read your post. I went to Texas from Florida and had ablation for the PVC's, successful. Thank you and i hope you will remain ok.
Dr. Alfred Theis posted an update
9 years ago (February 24, 2017)
Hello.... Has anyone experienced Ablation for PVC's? Thank you, Doc

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