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On 2/12/20, I had my 2nd AVR after just 7+ years. Yes, I know there are no answers "why" some valves fail far ahead of their lifespan estimates. My cardiologist and surgeon had no thoughts; sometimes it is just "luck", or genetics. That said, I personally found it dismaying to undergo this so...

Some exercise exertion problems led to a stress test where my BP dropped, so the test was curtailed. I had a heart cath 2 days ago that shows my 2012 Edwards bovine 21mm valve is now showing severe stenosis. I follow the "rules" and exercise 6 days, eat well, etc., and this news is distressing...

Hi all, Just a quick note to say I came home today. Four days in cardiac ICU, then the step-down unit. Recovery was mostly uneventful to date, although I feel like I've been hit by a bus. I'll write more when I have some energy... Carol

Went for a dental clearance yesterday, prior to surgery, and x-rays found an infection under a crown! Doc cleared away a spot later in the day, and did an extraction (called 3 oral surgeons who couldn't squeeze me in). Yikes! I hope there are no more surprises before the 11th....

Hello all, I am meeting with my surgeon on Tuesday for aortic valve replacement. I would like to come to a decision on which type of valve. I'm 57, and my local cardiologist is firm that mechanical is the way to go. I just hate the thought of Coumadin and blood testing for the rest of my life...