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I just underwent my 2nd valve replacement and chose the On-X mechanical. I also live a very active lifestyle. I shoe horses. A farrier!!!! Every move you make can be very dangerous and adding Coumadin/warfarin to the mix wasn't really part of my decision. If you have a home test and keep your...

Hello all, As the title states, I am having my second surgery soon. Just go home last night from 2 days of preoperative testing at CCF. Just a brief history, in 2000 I had the ross Procedure at CCF performed by Dr. Gustov Petterssen. This was done due to severe insufficiency of the aortic valve...

Thanks for the input all!!! Ben

Thanks for the input all!!! Ben

With my up and coming surgery in December to have the reverse ross, and ending with a mechanical valve.....What are ya'll's opinion on ordering and having my medic alert bracelet for when I leave the hospital?? And what is the best bang for the buck??

Yes, that is what I mean by the reverse Ross. Does it add complications, yes to some extent; but taking the original pulmonary valve and returning it to it's original location after 15 years in "high pressure" service it will be there till I no longer need it. And again yes, the aortic will be...

I am facing having my RP redone and am leaning towards the Reverse Ross with the On-X with conduit in the aortic position. What are you all's thoughts?? By the way, same surgeon and cardio as original; surgery 15 years ago, in Cleveland Clinic.

Ske1973, Sorry to hear about the unsuccessful repair and subsequent need for a redo.....you're in great hands brother. He is awesome!!! Ben

As far as what my plan is with the current valves....we have discussed the reverse ross and installing an OnX mechanical in the aortic position. I don't want to hear in five years that the valves are needing attention....trying to limit the chances of another surgery

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Some of you "older" folks may remember me....But I haven't been here in quite some time. I was one of the original members of VR.com......... It seems after 15 years of post Ross Procedure success, I am facing the mountain again. Both valves are in relatively good shape, but an aneurysm that was...

Thank you all for your responses......I will be doing research to help out if and when the time comes....just needed a jump start!! I am sure my dad appreciates all the well wishes as well!!!

Just so some of you "old timers" here on VR remember who I am........... Drum Roll..... Ben Smith NW Ohio Ross Procedure August 2000 Cleveland Clinic And yes, I am doing very well....prognosis at every check-up has been the same..... Keep on keeping on!!!

Ok....WOW. I haven't been on here in a long time.... I will start by saying in 41 years I NEVER remember my dad being in a hospital or sick at the doctor. Long story short. My dad went to the hospital on Sunday the 30th of November with chest pain......a few tests later we knew he was in A-fib...