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Diagnosis: Aortic Regurgitation

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Robert DeVita posted an update

2 years ago (October 25, 2023)

I am flying from out of state and going in to the Cleveland Clinic to have a transcatheter procedure done to close a paravalvular leak. The hospital stay is mandatory if I don't have someone with me for observation the night of the procedure. Under those circumstances, does anyone know... Read more.

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DeWayne Adamson

I don't see anything on their website for the hotel. How will they repair the leak Transcatheter?

DeWayne Adamson

Just read about the plugs. When will you be there? I will be there for a couple weeks starting on the 15th on nov.

Rob Nielsen

Call Cleveland Clinic financial they will know or call Medicare

Deena Z

It's all about how you document:) And the CC is a pro at this.

Robert DeVita

DeWayne, They are doing it with a transcatheter plug.., Dr Kapadia is the Doctor doing the procedure. Sounds like I will just miss you as I will be out of there by Nov 4th... Rob, Great idea to call CC Financial. Medicare only said that my hospital stays are covered.... Read more.

Rob Nielsen

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Robert DeVita posted an update

2 years ago (September 25, 2023)

Just re-entering another request on this as we may have some new folks out here who could help me with some input: Does anyone have experience with "Post SAVR moderate Paravalvular Leakage" ? I have two stiches that evidently pulled off the ON-X Aortic Valve sewing ring which has created... Read more.

Marie Myers

I know I have read that some people mentioned paravalvular leaks on here. Hopefully they will see your post and contact you. I am sorry that you have to have reoperation for your leak. Prayers for your full recovery I noticed you asked about radiation heart disease also. That is... Read more.

Robert DeVita

WOW.., thanks for sharing on the Radiation conversation ! I had never heard of it and appreciate the learning!