Hello All,
I am facing my second aortic valve replacement later this month. I had a severely stenotic bicuspid aortic valve that was replaced with a St Jude Trifecta in Nov 2013. Unfortunately, this valve has developed stenosis and I am past the "critical" numbers, so it has to be replaced soon.
First, I would like to hear about anyone's second operation and recovery (I know we all heal differently).
Second, my surgeon is recommending the Carpentier-Edwards pericardial aortic valve and I am curious about who has this.
Third, if you have the St. Jude Trifecta, how are you doing?
Not looking forward to the healing process a second time, but this surgery must be done.
Thanks in advance!
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Rani Hobgood
San Antonio TX
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