Experiences with

Aortic valve replacement

I had an aortic valve replacement on 10/31/24 and would like to talk with others who had the same procedure because I'm scared and afraid to move.

However I’ve recently been diagnosed with severe aortic stenosis. I’m due a valve replacement at the end of the month and possibly root replacement, however the surgeon is yet to make a decision on that until the day to say I’m terrified is an understatement.

Anyone know how long it takes to get a valve replacement , when your considered severe with life expectancy of 3 yrs? I live in Scotland Thanks

Have anyone heard of a sutureless aortic valve replacement it is being performed at Harefield and Royal Brompton. Any information and advice would be very much appreciated. Thank you all in advance.

I had a mitral valve replacement 8years ago everything was fine and quick recovery but have just had a mitral valve and aortic valve replacement 11weeks ago and am really struggling with how hard everything is and how useless I feel I’m still in a fair bit of pain and my mood is very up and down anyone

14 years ago i had a congenital heart defect corrected with aortic valve replacement. I opted for a mechanical valve replacement that required anti-coagulation therapy for life vs another surgery 10-15 yrs down the line.

I am a fit 64 year old and now need a Aortic Heart Valve replacement, l am scared.

Good morning , I’m now on the waiting list at Papworth for surgery following my latest echo and review with my cardiologist. I note from his letter to the hospital that he has recommended a valve replacement with LAA exclusion . I have Atrial fibrillation for which I’ve had two catheter ablations which

My husband had an Aortic valve replacement January 12th 2024. Since the operation he has had a cluster of aura migraines with pain.Anyone else had this!

I had an A-type Aortic dissection in 2017 - emergency open heart surgery followed, with a replacement tissue aortic valve as well. I was told the valve would need replacing in 10 to 15 years. I'm 7 years in now, and my question is how will I know when the valve needs replacing?

Hello All, I am due my follow up appointment with the surgeon on Friday, post aortic Valve Replacement in July. Anyone any ideas of what I should expect please? Just a chat with surgeon or any tests? 🤔

My husband had aortic valve replacement and by pass on 16 August - little advice given on discharge - suggested activities at this stage seem far beyond his capability - e.g. water the garden - should I be worried?

My mother needs an Aortic Valve replacement TAVI but she also lives with Dementia. It seems the procedure is risky in that it can accelerate the dementia. The family have to decide if the procedure should go ahead knowing the risks. Does anyone have any experience of this? Thank you

I'm booked fir a ct angiogram and blood thinning injection.I have severe aortic stenosis, awaiting valve replacement. If anyone can advise if it's common to have this erratic change in HR. Is it a sign of a clot.

Hi I am 53 and was born with a bicuspid aortic valve. I have been monitored throughout my life and knew I would eventually need surgery. I got told last week that my valve is now critical and needs replacing soon. I waiting for a referral to a surgeon. I didn't feel like I had any symptoms until this

I was diagnosed with Aortic Stenosis about 8 years ago. I have been monitored regularly and it has gone from mild to now severe. I am having the op soon and to be honest I’m really nervous of complications etc. has anyone out there whose had the op got any advice please.

I had an aortic valve replacement on October 12th. Unfortunately following this I had a cardiac arrest and needed a pacemaker fitted. I am still on 4 mgms of Prednisilone for my PMR but I am now overdue for my 2nd Shingrix, Flu and Covid vaccine.

Jollymiller080311 1 year ago I’m now into week 6 past operation and getting back to normal, just some slight pain in chest where they opened me up but very slight. It’s taken me till now to get back into a normal sleep pattern but thankfully this seems to have sorted itself, The care from the

I need a Aortic valve replacement, anyone had this and any advice please.

I am making a good recovery following surgery in early March 2024 to replace my Aortic Valve. I am experiencing a constant thumping sound in sync with my heart beat and felt between my ears somewhere in the back of my neck. Anyone might experience this after strenuous exercise as the blood is rushing