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Aortic Valve Insufficiency
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In the past year,I have had two echocardiograms. The first disclosed mild to severe aortic insufficiency. the cardiologist suggested a Cardiac Catheterization. That was performed with good results. My second echocardiogram was peformed 6 months later. The results disclosed some improvements with aorta dimensions and the ejection fraction at 70%. (was 50%). 55% is considered normal. Cardiologist had first suggested monitoring Echos every 6 months, saying
that a replacement valve may not be needed for 10 to 20 years. Now, he suggests surgury soon. He did not answer any of my questions about my prognosis change. Posted on 12/16/07, 06:12 am |
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Hi...I have had the same thing...echo's are standard to monitor the severeness of the problem...In my case I didnt see a cardo. dr for about 6/7 yrs so when I went I didnt have a choice in whether or not to have surgery my arotic valve was severe....went thru surgergy and all went well its not as bad as u may think...scary yes but I am healing everyday...wish you luck and dont worry I know meds is also an option...if ya have any questions or wanna chat let me know 
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An up date on my Aortic Insufficiency. I the last year I have had 4 more Echos to monitor the "leakage" through my Aortic Valve. My second opinion Cardiologist found that the left ventricle wall was dilating and thinking by almost 9mm. This is a different sign that the left ventricle is working to hard to pump the regurgent blood back through the valve. So I meet with my Cardiothoracic Surgeon. He will use a tissue (pig/cow) valve for replacement. Surgery date ..Aug. 4. 2008.
I will update after the surgery.
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I had Open Heart Aortic Valve Replacement surgery 3 months ago. This was a major surgery,as most people know. The surgery went well (7 Hrs),however the recovery was demanding and 4 days in ICU. I was released after 7 days in the hospital. I then received 3 weeks of in home therapy and nursing care. I felt very weak for 4 to 6 weeks after surgery. It was not until I started Cardiac Rehab,at 8 weeks that I felt stronger. the Cardiac Rehab has been a big help for me,providing mental and phyical strength. Now, I feel normal in strength at 14 sessions of Rehab. Will continue up to a total of 36 sessions. I'm very happy that I had a "strong minded" Cardiologist that would not let me "talk myself" out of having this surgery. I probably would not be here to write this comment.
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