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Hi Jake, I definitely understand where you're coming from. Last month I was told that I would also need my ascending aorta replaced, so after 12 years of monitoring it, the day is quickly approaching. I, too, am definitely "on edge", however I've found that by talking with others who have gone...

Thanks to those who wrote about their experiences! I'm just trying to get an idea of what the procedure is like, in addition to the recovery process. It's definitely scary, however it's nice to know that others can share very positive experiences not only with the surgeon, but also the hospital...

Hi all, My name is Jeff and I've enjoyed reading all of your postings. I'm 36, 6'8 (never have been tested for Marfan's), have a BAV, and the latest measurements of my aorta were 5.4 (up from 4.8 last year), and 4.2 at the root. I met with Dr. Duke Cameron at Hopkins 2 weeks ago and he said it...