Yeah the Dr.'s were in complete disbelief because at that time I was in really great shape, even for my age. I looked totally normal/healthy on the outside. We are thinking it is due to an un-diagnosed genetic condition (Marfans).
The first surgeon I met (Dr. Rajagopal) recommended and was going to put in the mechanical valve. However there was no room the next day at any hospital he had admitting privileges at. I needed the surgery immediately so I took the first open room at the any heart hospital in the area (Houston...
Hey all, I had my Bentall procedure done approximately 6 months ago (26/male). I had a "gigantic" aneurysm (11 cm) in my ascending aorta that I had no clue was in my body until the day before my surgery. 2 days before my procedure my chest hurt very badly when I took deep breaths and it was...