Hi Jeanne -- I know I felt exactly the same way -- I just sent you a private note and explained how I felt after my OHS for my valve replacement and Aneurysm repair -- you are certainly not alone in feeling anxious or frightened!  WE are here for you! ...

Getting ready for a second open heart surgery to replace Aortic valve. Heading to Cleveland Clinic in Ohio. ------------------------------ Sherry Morvaji Medical Practice Manager FL ------------------------------

Hi everyone,  I had surgical AVR with bioprostheic valve and aneurysm repair 18 days ago.  I think I'm doing fairly well but the whole thing is terrifying.  I can hear and feel at times the valve, sort of a thumping sensation and that's frightening.  ...