My third aortic heart valve replacement is coming up 😞
Vincent Kohne I had my first aortic heart valve replaced the shy of my 58th birthday with a bovine tissue valve. It ... Read more
Vincent Kohne I had my first aortic heart valve replaced the shy of my 58th birthday with a bovine tissue valve. It lasted almost 5 years. My second valve replacement was a tavr it lasted over 8 years and now it's failing. I have a tee echo scheduled and two consultations after my my tee echo. Which is scheduled for May 5th. Looking for ideas. What should be my next option? I'm considering going out of state and using a different hospital and surgeon. Does anyone have any suggestions. This is my first posting. I hope I'm doing it right.
Robert Miller Those valves should last longer and you had this happen twice. Besides looking for another hospital/s ... Read more
Robert Miller Those valves should last longer and you had this happen twice. Besides looking for another hospital/surgeon, you probably should look for some other underlaying issues. At your age (71?) you might consider a mechanical valve. And if it requires going out of state, for sure do it. You might have to stay at some local place for a while but it is well worth your health.
Valerie Allen Yes you should go to a hospital/surgeon who specializes in re-dos. Cleveland Clinic or Mayo could lik ... Read more
Valerie Allen Yes you should go to a hospital/surgeon who specializes in re-dos. Cleveland Clinic or Mayo could likely help you.