Angiograph lead to TEE scope with concern about aortic valve. Had a stent on August 30,2017. In July of this year Echo and Chemical Stress test. A week ago ...Read more
Angiograph lead to TEE scope with concern about aortic valve. Had a stent on August 30,2017. In July of this year Echo and Chemical Stress test. A week ago another TEE scope, aortic valve went from moderate to severe in a year. Thing are moving fast. I need to choose a valve type (biological ,mechanical). Educate myself on the different procedures. Is there time for second opinion? Feeling overwhelmed.
Susan Lynn Absolutely - take your time and make an informed choice. It is overwhelming and thank heaven for peo ... Read more
Susan Lynn Absolutely - take your time and make an informed choice. It is overwhelming and thank heaven for people on this site who can assist you. I didn't have your condition, but there are plenty of folks who did who can lay out the pros and cons. Get multiple opinions and the right surgeons will also explain your options. Best of luck to you!
Rose Madura I actually had four opinions - two local doctors, my brother who is a doctor and his good friend who ... Read more
Rose Madura I actually had four opinions - two local doctors, my brother who is a doctor and his good friend who is a thoracic surgeon. It made me feel a lot better and sure of my decision. I was 59 at the time and chose a tissue valve but that decision is a very personal one. I'm very happy with my choice.