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1917 days ago

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Marie Myers posted a note for Deepak that says:

No, I did not have a valve sparing procedure. My valve was bicuspid, and the surgeon believed it was worth replacing it while I had the aneurysm fixed. I initially ...Read more

No, I did not have a valve sparing procedure. My valve was bicuspid, and the surgeon believed it was worth replacing it while I had the aneurysm fixed. I initially thought I might have a valve sparing procedure, but 2 surgeons thought otherwise. I think it is a good option if you are younger and willing to go to a center of excellence in aortic valve repair.

Deepak Khankagot a new guestbook post

1925 days ago

Joy Vera posted a note for Deepak that says:

Hi Deepak. I noticed the same thing with my heart after my first OHS in 2010 & my surgeon explained it much the same as Marie has in her post to your guestbook. ...Read more

Hi Deepak. I noticed the same thing with my heart after my first OHS in 2010 & my surgeon explained it much the same as Marie has in her post to your guestbook. It either gets better or I just adjusted to the way it is as it became less noticeable over time. Now I've had another OHS this year & I'm noticing the same stronger heartbeat so I know now to just wait it out. Best wishes!

Deepak Khanka Thanks Joy your comments adds value to the reassurance. Best of luck for speedy recovery

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1926 days ago

Marie Myers posted a note for Deepak that says:

Yes. I felt the same stronger heartbeat since my surgery, as have many people on this website. If I take a deep breath in, I can feel more heartbeat even stronger. ...Read more

Yes. I felt the same stronger heartbeat since my surgery, as have many people on this website. If I take a deep breath in, I can feel more heartbeat even stronger. If I breathe very shallow, my heartbeat is not as noticeable. I think it is due to the fact that the heart is now functioning better, and we have lost some of the insulation and muffling provided by the sac around the heart (pericardium). Hope that answers your questions.

Deepak Khanka Hi Marie , thanks for your response. It’s reassuring . Rob , a member of this forum also replied si ... Read more

Deepak Khanka Hi Marie , thanks for your response. It’s reassuring . Rob , a member of this forum also replied similar to yours. You have explained the heart beat situation spot on. However When we talk about the pericardium sac , does it reform with time ?

Marie Myers I think it does, but I am not positive. I still notice the strong heartbeats with a deep breath even ... Read more

Marie Myers I think it does, but I am not positive. I still notice the strong heartbeats with a deep breath even now at 2 1/2 years past my surgery. We may just get more used to the new feeling.