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Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Coronary Artery Disease

Member Since: November 1, 2014

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Randy Tankoos posted an update

4 years ago (April 4, 2022)

Seems to have been decided by Dr Israel George at NY Presbyterian that my 7 year old Sorin Mitroflow valve must be replaced. For various reasons I am not a candidate for TAVR. Dr George is recommending a mechanical valve this time vs another tissue one. I've heard these valve... Read more.

Randy Tankoos posted an update

4 years ago (February 3, 2022)

I have just found out that my Sorin Mitroflow Aortic Pericardial Heart Valve installed in November of 2014 may need to be replaced after only 7 years. Apparently these valves are deteriorating much more quickly than promised. Has anyone else had a similar issue with Sorin Valves? I am a... Read more.

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