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Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis

Member Since: October 27, 2019

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Michelle Furest posted an update
6 years ago (October 27, 2019)
Anyone else on this site doing the TAVR valve in their 40s? I am meeting with a TAVR team tomorrow, and scared out of my mind.
Rich Hahn
I just had it, but I'm 70. It is a fairly easy process and you recover very quickly. I'd be interesting in knowing if they approve you for TAVR. I'm surprised that insurance would cover it at your age, but TAVR in TAVR is certainly something they can do. The... Read more.
Frank Giovanniello
Michelle, hang in there. Your age is a major plus for you. Just make sure you feel good about your doctors. You got this!!
Mike Tirrell
Hi Michelle, good luck with your meeting and your eventual procedure. I am very interested to hear the results. I am in my 40s and will eventually need a replacement. I am hoping TAVR is far enough along to be an option.

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