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I Have Been Diagnosed With Severe Aortic Stenosis. The Cardiac Surgeon At Beth Israel In NJ Said That I Need Open Heart Surgery. Does Anyon

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Perth Amboy, NJ
January 19
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A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

I was diagnosed with the same . Had the open heart surgery 6yrs ago with new bovine valve & 3 by passes , since then never looked back . Doing all my sporting activities and at 84 yrs young . Cycling, running , swimming, bowling , body exercises, etc . Feel free to see my f/book profile . If you have any concerns feel free to keep in touch .

January 20
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

Severe aortic stenosis often requires valve replacement surgery. There are two main types of valve replacement surgeries:

1. Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement (SAVR)
- Procedure: Open heart surgery where the surgeon makes an incision in the chest to access the heart and replace the diseased valve.
- Candidates: Show Full Answer

Severe aortic stenosis often requires valve replacement surgery. There are two main types of valve replacement surgeries:

1. Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement (SAVR):
- Procedure: Open heart surgery where the surgeon makes an incision in the chest to access the heart and replace the diseased valve.
- Candidates: Typically recommended for those younger than 65, healthy enough for intensive surgery, or needing additional heart procedures.
- Valves Used: Bioprosthetic (animal tissue) or mechanical valves.
- Recovery: Involves a hospital stay of about five days and a cardiac rehabilitation program lasting at least three months.

2. Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR):
- Procedure: Minimally invasive, using a catheter inserted into an artery (usually in the groin) to replace the valve.
- Candidates: Often chosen for those who cannot tolerate open heart surgery.
- Recovery: Generally shorter than SAVR.

Your cardiologist will help determine the best option based on your specific health needs.

July 17
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

Thank you.

January 22
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

Go for it you will be fine . My lady neighbour had new valve 10 months ago and she is feeling great .

January 21
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

Wow! You are an inspiration. I am 67 and for the last two years, I have become more sedentary because I feel fatigue and shortness of breath. Now that I have a diagnosis and an upcoming surgery, I hope things can change for me. I would love to go skiing again. Thank you for sharing.

January 20

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