About Me (In My Own Words)
I was born with a bicuspid aortic valve. I am 38 and I have had it monitored my whole life. One leaflet works great and the other never developed. Over the last few years I have had a new development with my one good valve getting to thick and also my aortic root dilation. It now measures at 4.5 cm in the aortic root and I have severe regurgitation.
Cardiologist has recommended that I have a new valve and root replacement surgery. He has chosen to go with a tissue valve with the option of the TAVR in the future.
More Info About Me & My Heart
More About Me
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I am from:
Idaho falls, Idaho
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My surgery date is:
June 20, 2018
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I was diagnosed with:
Aortic Regurgitation
Bicuspid Aortic Valve
Aortic Aneurysm
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My surgery was:
Aortic Valve Replacement
Aortic Aneurysm Replacement
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My surgeon is:
Dr. Edward Setser
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My hospital is:
Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center
