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1 year ago (February 23, 2025)

This is my first post. I am a heart patient. I received 2 stents on Good Friday in 2017. Now, at age 59 being told my aortic valve is regurgitating at the high 30% level. Doc is going to do an echo this week to see if it's progressing. If... Read more.

David Palmer

Mark: I'm a 67 M. And tomorrow will be 3 weeks post SAVR. After a lot of research and consulting with my surgeon I opted for the bio prothesis cow valve. Surgeon was very convincing that, although making great strides, SAVR offered better life options over TAVR. When he laid... Read more.

Rose Madura

I had SAVR at age 59 over 7 years ago. I was told my valve should last 15-20 years so I expect one TAVR. It's no picnic in the park but very doable.

Dan Fouratt

Like the above I had a valve replacement at 63 vs TAVR. I thought I wanted the TAVR but conversation on this site and with several doctors made the decision for me a replacement. I was lucky enough to have a mini. I figure in 15 years with this valve... Read more.

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