delcar
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Has anyone had a On-X mitral valve implanted by Dr Shemin at UCLA? When Dr. Shemin gave me the news about having to replace my mitral valve, instead of repairing it. I was so shocked that I didn't discuss which valve. I'm 64 years old, fairly active, 15lbs overweight. Non smoker, drink a cold one once in awhile, 3 or 4 a month. I like the idea of keeping a lower i.n.r. So I'm thinking a On-X might be for me. I had never heard of pannea before.(excuse my spelling) So I guess thats also a benefit. I am currently have some light headiness, but other than that no other systoms. Do you think I should go ahead and replace the valve now, or wait until I get more systoms.