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Hello Lisa , Read my story 💜. I have severe stenosis !! 4.2 cm aorta .. Bicuspid Valve !! Year ago I went to the VA for a bad sciatica issue .. Doctor noticed murmur, which I knew for years.. However, this VA doctor lost interest in my sciatica, and he went right for the echo !! Due to pandemic, I didn't get report til 2021 !! If not for the sciatica issue, then I still wouldn't have a clue since no symptoms !! Some doctor/s like to monitor aorta size, some doctor/s take action !! A friend had a 4.9 cm that was wrapped, however, same surgery replaced his Bicuspid Valve .. He told me that ( two birds one stone ) than re-op for valve replacement years down the road !!

Welcome! I had those problems also. I got a valve replacement and aortaplasty (sp) think my aneurysm wasn't real out of line, maybe borderline. Prayers to you in finding the surgeon and facility. Lots of good choices and the technology is advancing daily.