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Oh and one more thing....Current surgeon who did consult with told me that he has a long wait list! 6-12 plus months! I said, well put me in the queue even if the decision isn't made.

Thanks Chuck. Appreciate the input and best wishes. Yes, I agree that it would be nice to have a consensus. One surgery being proposed is the Konno procedure (never heard of it) to increase the current aortic valve size (that has the bioprosethic valve) for future TAVI aortic valve. It comes...

That's fantastic news! To many, many more years of good health and may your valve continue to serve you well. I am at 14.5 years but now in the queue for surgery at some point sooner than later. Time flies when you're having fun !

Thanks Chuck. Saw this presentation too! You did a great synopsis of highlights and salient points. I currently have severe aortic stenosis (bioprosthetic and almost 15 years with it) and now severe pulmonary stenosis. These results are based on the pressure gradient readings from the last echo...

I am just getting caught up on your story and progress. This is amazing news. I hope this trend continues for you. I have had a number of echoes over the years that has been erroneous. I am currently dealing with discrepancies in findings. I have met with a cardiac surgeon, but the last echo...

Wonderful news. Glad to hear that the TAVI was a success. Take good care. If you are up to it, please report back after your 2 week follow up.

Welcome to the recovery side. Best wishes moving forward! :)

I'm chiming in very late on this, but a big congrats on turning 18! Such wonderful news and may you continue to surpass your cardiologist's expectations. Fantastic.

I can only "speak to my personal case". Every situation is different and it depends on the cumulative amount of radiation one has had over the years. In my case, I had started at the tender age of 3 having my first heart catheterization. I stopped counting how many x-rays, CT scans, CT...

Nice to see you post again, but so sorry about the circumstances. I can't provide any insight into your situation, but want to wish you well and that you can get the answers you are looking for. Very best wishes,

Fantastic! Congrats!

Wonderful! Congrats!

Best wishes for a successful surgery and smooth recovery. Take care,

What a milestone! Congrats

Another good news story! Congrats on 15 plus years and here's to many more! :)

Fantastic news, Duffey! Here's to many more years with your Edeward Perimount! May you break the record for longevity of it. :)

Fantastic! Congratulations to you, too and wishing you many more years with your Edwards Perimount!

Wonderful! Congrats! :)

Thank you and I will most certainly take you and others up on your expertise, when/if the time comes! :) It is reassuring to know I can rely on others such as yourself with the expertise and personal experience...invaluable....

Excellent points. Compliance could be problematic especially with 2 doses a day and ASA.