Recent content by SCOTTT

Absolutely correct on the differences between tracking an aortic valve with AR vs AS. In 2001 we used a flowchart published by the American College of Cardiology to aid in our decision: When I first walked in the door in 2001 I was considered in the middle 'Stable' path even though my LVED...

Prior to my AVR in October, 2013 my LVED was measured at 76mm. I had a biscuspid aortic valve with severe regurgitation (>50%) and it was replaced by a St Jude mechanical valve. Within 6 months my LVED decreased to 55mm and this spring (5.5 years post surgery) it was measured at 49mm. I am 54...