Hey Justin, Great to meet you and... Welcome to HVS!!!! I just saw your questions about the Ross Procedure. Fantastic question. So you know, I'm now 14 years ...Read more
Hey Justin, Great to meet you and... Welcome to HVS!!!! I just saw your questions about the Ross Procedure. Fantastic question. So you know, I'm now 14 years (almost 15) out from my Ross and I have had no issues thus far (knock on wood). There are two main reasons that I chose the Ross Procedure that I posted at this link - https://www.heart-valve-surgery.com/heart-surgery-blog/2009/07/20/ross-procedure-autograft-homograft-failure/. The Ross Procedure is not for everyone. For me, so far, the result has been fantastic. I will post some additional information about the Ross below that might help you learn more about the Ross and why other patients in our community have selected this unique form of aortic valve replacement. Again, thanks for your question and welcome to our community. If you need anything else, please let me know!!! Adam
I give A LOT of credit to patients and caregivers that really, really, really, really do their homework prior to heart valve replacement or heart valve repair surgery. I can immediately tell from the questions you ask me just how diligent you're being at each phase of the surgical process. Case in point... Duane Schlosser (55 years of age) from Austin, Texas just sent me two interesting questions about the Ross Procedure and minimally invasive pulmonary valve replacements that I thought you might benefit from. That said, here is what Duane writes: Duane Schlosser - Heart Valve Replacement Patient
https://www.Heart-Valve-Surgery.com - Learn the advantages of the Ross Procedure surgery for patients with aortic valve disease in this special video with Dr...
When courageous patients transform medical lemons into lemonade, I want you to know about it. Eizabeth Boylan is a perfect example. An athlete, wife and mother from Canada, Elizabeth was born with a bicuspid aortic valve. Like many patients, Elizabeth knew she may need surgery in the future and was in 'watchful waiting' for many years. That, however, did not stop Elizabeth's passion for running. Unfortunately... Elizabeth, 43, became symptomatic due to severe aortic stenosis, a deadly form of heart disease caused by her bicuspid aortic valve. Elizabeth was short-of-breath, tired and even fainted one time while running.
Can’t tell you how much I appreciate your prompt response!
Thank you very much!