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    (Yet Another) Mechanical/Tissue Dilemma – 37 years old with ticking clock

    Hi! In March of 09, I was almost 61. I learned that my mitral valve was in flail and OHS was necessary immediately. Repair was not possible so I now own a St. Jude mechanical. After recovery from the surgery, painful but short, I learned to appreciate waking up each morning hearing a comforting...
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    What happens if I sever my finger?

    You might consider a .45-70 in place of the 30-30. It's got a lot more punch. LOL
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    Tai Chi exercise

    Anyone else doing Tai Chi as a daily exercise? If so, how's it work for you?
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    mechanical valve noise

    All. One of the most comforting sounds I hear is my St Jude MV. I can hear it either thumping through my chest or as some have mentioned, through my mouth. I also hear it through my arteries directly in my ears. There, it's a high pitched clicking sound. In all cases, I'm thankful for it...
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    Maze Procedure with Valve Replacement

    MAZE Procedure MAZE Procedure Hi Tammy, I had a MAZE procedure done in connection with a St Jude mechanical mitral valve replacement in March 2009. Prior to the surgery, the afib was controlled by Amiodorone. Since the surgery, no afib, no Amiodorone but slow heart rate 125 bpm max during...
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