Would like to know what the best option is for a 40-year-old male with biscuspid aortic valve (Sievers class II) with reduced opening & severe valvular ...Read more
Would like to know what the best option is for a 40-year-old male with biscuspid aortic valve (Sievers class II) with reduced opening & severe valvular aortic stenosis (aortic valve area 0.66 cm2), calcified aortic cusps, normal proximal aortic dimensions, no aortic regurgitation, mild mitral regurgitation and hyperdynamic left ventricle (Ejection Fraction = > 70%). Mechanical or tissue valve replacement through surgery, Ross procedure or Transcatheter aortic valve replacement?
Brady Busch Hi Neeraj, On face value,my opinion is:the Ross procedure,mechanical,then tissue,because of age.If ... Read more
Brady Busch Hi Neeraj, On face value,my opinion is:the Ross procedure,mechanical,then tissue,because of age.If the aortic valve can be repaired,that might be even better.
Susan Lynn Neeraj - You are young. There are lots of heart warriors on this site who have been in your positi... Read more
Susan Lynn Neeraj - You are young. There are lots of heart warriors on this site who have been in your position. It's a very personal choice and you'll make the one that's right for you. Research is key. Best of luck to you.
Rose Madura I know what I would do at age 40 but as Susan said, it's a very personal decision. It's best to do yo ... Read more
Rose Madura I know what I would do at age 40 but as Susan said, it's a very personal decision. It's best to do your diligence in research, discuss with your cardiologist and don't forget a second opinion. Once you decide, don't look back. Go with it. It will be the right choice for you. There are lots of videos and articles on this site and online to review Godspeed.
Neeraj Sethi Thanks Brady, Susan and Rose. That's helpful in taking a step forward!
I am from: Mountain View
On face value,my opinion is:the Ross procedure,mechanical,then tissue,because of age.If ... Read more
On face value,my opinion is:the Ross procedure,mechanical,then tissue,because of age.If the aortic valve can be repaired,that might be even better.