Mended Hearts Open Forum

Scott, The ascending aortic aneurysm included an Edwards Surgical Aortic Valve. These valves typically last 10 to 12 years and when need replacement a TAVR procedure does not require OHS. I expect to need a TAVR very soon. I excercise 7 days a week; ...

Hi Vic, I really appreciate hearing about your experience! I've never spoken with anyone who had the same procedure and sometimes feel like I'm the only one. I wasn't told I was going to have my valve replaced until the afternoon before surgery so I ...

Hey Joe, It sounds like you're in the process of figuring out which medications are right for you. My cardiologist said that different med combinations work for different people and that's why there are so many different meds. I hope you find a good ...

Joe, Write down a list of your post surgery issues and reactions to medications. Add a list of questions about post surgery recovery timeframes, medications, reactions to medications, cardiac rehab, exercise protocols and follow up consults. If you ...

I feel like it is too all at once esp after how I felt the last two days. My blood pressure and heart rate are still high but in the hospital I was taking 12.5mg every 6 hours but it's would be hard to do every 6 hours I could possible talk to the cardiologist ...