5years and 6 months passed since the AVR, tissue valve, but now it is found there is moderate leak, do I need to go for AVR once again, I am 68 now.
Rose Madura Can you have a TAVR? What does your cardiologist say? Please keep us posted.
Susan Lynn I agree with Rose. TAVR might be a good option. I would also consider a different surgeon and lo... Read more
Susan Lynn I agree with Rose. TAVR might be a good option. I would also consider a different surgeon and look into any reports on the valve you received. I don't know of any with such a short life span. Please keep us posted.
Marie Myers The equine Aortic valves have had some short life spans. I believe it was called the Trifecta. I thin ... Read more
Marie Myers The equine Aortic valves have had some short life spans. I believe it was called the Trifecta. I think I saw a post about someone else with one of those. But, unfortunately any tissue valve can deteriorate early. That is why we are monitored ona regular basis.