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Diagnosis: Bicuspid Aortic Valve

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Jeff Ansbro posted an update
4 years ago (June 25, 2022)
Had my bicuspid aortic valve replaced with the inspires resilia valve. I was in ICU for 5 days and 3 days in the cardiac unit. My valve is treated for calcium build up and is designed to accommodate another valve inside of it through the groin in the future. Im... Read more.
4 years ago (June 25, 2022)
Great report. Glad all is well.
Jeff Ansbro posted an update
4 years ago (May 19, 2022)
New to this group and going into surgery May 23 to replace my bicuspid aortic valve.
4 years ago (May 19, 2022)
Hey Jeff, I am 5 years in after operation, had the same issue, i chose the Edwards bovine, didnt want the blood thinners, had my op at 65 years old and so far great. I was in good physical health and the process was relatively painless and for me the... Read more.
4 years ago (May 19, 2022)
Jeff, welcome to the site. I had a bicuspid aortic valve as well but didn't know it until my surgeon told me after the surgery. It was in pretty bad shape. Be thankful you can have it replaced. The doctors do this every day and the odds are in your... Read more.
4 years ago (May 19, 2022)
Hello Jeff! I totally agree with Gerald the worry is way worse than the surgery. Listen to what they tell you and you will do great. I am 51 and also had a BAV. I live in Inverness FL so we are practically neighbors. I had surgery this year 2/4/22... Read more.
4 years ago (May 19, 2022)
Amen Rose! Thank God we can have them replaced!
4 years ago (May 20, 2022)
Sending you positive vibes Jeff for Monday
4 years ago (May 21, 2022)
Good luck in your surgery. Will say a prayer for you.
4 years ago (May 21, 2022)
Good luck Jeff! Sending prayers for an effortless surgery and a quick recovery.
4 years ago (May 22, 2022)
Hi Jeff. Praying for your peace of mind and uneventful surgery! We are neighbors as well….Tampa area. I'm waiting for my surgery in July at Tampa General. We got this!!!!
4 years ago (May 22, 2022)
Best wishes on your surgery. please keep us updated. You'll be in recovery mode soon.
4 years ago (May 23, 2022)
Wishing you the best possible outcomes in your surgery today.

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