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Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis

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Richard Tilton posted an update
7 years ago (September 20, 2018)
I had my Aorta TAVR Procedure weds sept 19th at Buffalo General Hospital . Surgery was at 8:30 am All went well .Walking soon afterwards. Couldn't believe I a suite room wise with a great view. Today thurs the 20th I has a a 50 minute echo, ekg exray and... Read more.
👍 Liz Gephart reacted to this
Wow!! Sounds like this was indeed the procedure for you. What a nice recovery. I am curious as well about the driving question?
Was told I couldn't drive for 30 days as to my TAVR Aorta Valve surgery Sept 19th All went well home in a day Friday the 5th of oct ist check up.What have I notice B/P drop 10 - 15 points o more heart at age 78. Iam wondering if... Read more.
Richard Tilton posted an update
7 years ago (September 12, 2018)
I will be getting aorta TAVR Valve Weds Sept 19th. Very fortune, Iam in a low risk study by Edwards. My team doing the valve replacement is only 1 of 17 in the study in U.S - Canada. Since my risk score is low,normally would have open heart valve replacement.... Read more.
Hi Richard, I am having Aortic heart valve surgery also at Buffalo General. My surgeon name is Dr. Gary Grosner
Wishing you will. Thank you for being in this study. It may help many people down the road to make TAVR the "gold standard". Please keep us posted.
I am excited for you to have TAVR. I am not a good candidate. Wishing you the best!

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