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.

Hi Im 4 months post op aortic valve replacement and had a routine appointment at my GP’s who has worried me as she said she can hear a heart murmur 😩. Has anyone else still had a heart murmur after valve replacement?

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

We got the call on Thursday for Mike to be admitted yesterday for bypass surgery, aortic valve replacement and Atrial appendage clip. The hospital is spotless and every member of staff was kind and understanding on admission and we met a lot!

My husband had an aortic valve replacement by open heart surgery 2 wks ago, at the age of 79. They diagnosed atrial fibrillation before his discharge and prescribed blood thinners. He has been very tired since discharge, but has been unable to take his RA medication for two wks post op.

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.

My husband aged 79 had an aortic valve replacement by open heart surgery 4 wks ago. He was asymptomatic before that. It was discovered at a pre opp assessment. He developed atrial fibrillation post op and was put on thinners, and bisoprolol 1.25 mg, and a continuation of furosemide.

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.

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.

Morning. I posted a month ago about my condition and I now have an appointment to see my heart surgeon on January 8th. Does anyone know what the next steps will be? Thanks

hi Not imminent but I have been told I will need an aortic valve replacement. I was wondering if anyone had this done privately by the TA? I am looking for an idea of the cost of the procedure Thanks

I am a 78 year old woman and am to have an aortic valve replacement op next week at Papworth Hospital. Condition described as severe though I have no symptoms - no breathlessness, dizziness or chest pains. I should like to know the experience of others especially regarding recovery

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

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? 🤔

I had a triple heart bypass and aortic valve replacement and am on bisoprolol,atorvastatin and. Lanzapozole . I have experienced hair loss for the past couple of months but it has recently got worse.

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

Hi I am due to go for an aortic valve replacement shortly and was wondering if people have a preference in heart valve types .

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

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?

Hi I am due to go for an aortic valve replacement soon and was wondering if people have a preference between mechanical and biprostetic valves. I am currently leaning towards the biprostetic because I have read about the side effects of blood thinners associated with having a mechanical valve.