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    Stay Tuned for post ROSS Procedure update

    I had aortic regurgitation with tricuspid valve. I have been taking losartan 25 mg or 12.5 mg(based on my BP level every day) so far. Its for 1 year after ROSS as they want to maintain systolic around 110 for 1 year. Initially lisinopril was causing dry cough so it was changed to losartan...
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    Cough

    I’m in the same situation. Had ROSS procedure on 3/29/22. Cough is not going away. Took Benzonatate 100mg pills twice a day. I have been coughing since had surgery. Tried below before taking benzonatate : -Guaifenesin 600mg extended release every 12 hours (Mucinex) - normal saline spray 3...
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    Stay Tuned for post ROSS Procedure update

    History:- s/p VSD closure and AV repair in July 1992 at the age of 6. Following-up with cardiologist, echo last 30 years. Dec 2021 and June 2022 echo shown ejection fraction went down to 45%. LV dimensions enlarged so cardiologist referred to see surgeon. Sep 13 2022 :- had appointment with Dr...
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    Stay Tuned for post ROSS Procedure update

    Stay Tuned for post ROSS Procedure update
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    Early 30s, 3 strokes over 7 years of On-X

    Home > Aortic Valve Replacement Solutions > The Ross Procedure In cyrolife website, there is link aortic valve replacement solutions. If you click this link, there are promotions for On-X Aortic Valve, ROSS. You are creating impression here that cyrolife only promotes ROSS. Below link...
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    Early 30s, 3 strokes over 7 years of On-X

    Why should cyrolife promotes ROSS? They are the seller for On-X as well https://www.cryolife.com/
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    How long to wait for heart surgery after COVID ?

    Thanks everyone for the response. My cardiologist also recommended to wait six weeks for surgery after covid to subside the pneumonia in lungs. This will make the lungs clear before surgery
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    How long to wait for heart surgery after COVID ?

    Had a discussion with surgeon’s office. They recommended to postpone the surgery six weeks. I am feeling okay overall but the main symptom is cough. The decision was to postpone the surgery to make sure that the cough has subsided completely & I am stronger after Covid. Below article discuss...
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    How long to wait for heart surgery after COVID ?

    If infected with covid-19 and had mild symptoms, anyone know how long to wait for heart surgery ? If the symptoms are gone and test result is negative, does it mean its good to go for surgery or any wait time there?
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    Unexpected service from Mount Sinai NY

    You are right. Received below email from Dr Hamamsy’s office staff. “My apologies, we have been dealing with a nursing strike here at Mount Sinai and I have been involved with that. We will be seeing patients again on Friday, January 20th if you would like to come in then.” I have scheduled...
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    Unexpected service from Mount Sinai NY

    I have tricuspid AV with severe AR. As per Dr Hamamsy My Aortic annulus size is 26 mm , Aortic root is 26 mm. From CT and MRI, my STJ 26 mm, Ascending aorta is 29 mm. Dr Hamamsy told me I am the best candidate for ROSS , they feel it benefits me lot so they offer it. Dr Hamamsy does the...
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    Unexpected service from Mount Sinai NY

    I had noted when surgeon told me it is 26 mm at his office so my notes are not flawed. Dr Hamamsy also has a nurse practitioner but I saw him only once few minutes and he did not share any contact info. I was ready for 2nd appointment with surgeon but the offiice assistant told me I dont have to...
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    Unexpected service from Mount Sinai NY

    Yes. Today I called their office and expressed my upset. Still I haven’t heard back from Dr Hamamsy’s office assistant. I have to chase her every time to get the things done. On other side, I personally dont like the way they are having residency doctor answering my questions for critical...
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    Unexpected service from Mount Sinai NY

    Hello Member. I had appointment with Dr Hamamsy on 12/2 since my cardiologist recommended to see surgeon. Dr Hamamsy confirmed that I am the candidate for ROSS , he offered me ROSS since it is best for me and advised me to do surgery in February. I had bunch of follow-up questions for him so I...
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    Exercise and Tissue Valve

    Who was the surgeon?
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    Finaly its going to happen friday the 23st

    My surgeon advised me to get admitted two or three days before surgery. This is what he told. I might have lot of fluids overloaded.He told they will remove the extra fluids to optimize my state going into operation. I have fluids overload due to my prolonged aortic regurgitation. Everything...
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    Not doing surgery

    https://profiles.stanford.edu/joseph-woo
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    Not doing surgery

    Why don’t you get ROSS done with Dr. Hamamsy? If you are against mech, bio, ross then ROSS is the one which will you give good hemodynamics in next 20 years. May be you need reoperation after 20 years but now it will extend the life for next 20 years.
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    How has surgery had an impact on family members

    I wish you a speedy recovery. What was the reason for anesthesia complications? Does this happen to everyone? I am scheduled for OHS in mid February
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    Finaly its going to happen friday the 23st

    I keep my Fingers crossed for you
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