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?

Hello. I have been given a very short notice, 7 days, for my AVR surgery. I am running out of time and still have not decided whether to go for the mechanical or tissue VR. I would like to hear from anyone who has had either valve. I have read thoroughly the pros and cons for both. I am 63 so the surgeon

Due in for a aortic valve replacement on the 8/4/25 doing it though my thigh having to go from Plymouth to London to have it done at the wellington hospital. I don't mind telling you all I'm scared really scared.

Due in for a aortic valve replacement on the 8/4/25 doing it though my thigh having to go from Plymouth to London to have it done at the wellington hospital. I don't mind telling you all I'm scared really scared.

I would like to hear from anyone who has had either a mechanical or biological aortic valve replacement. I have a basic information but finding it hard to choose which one is best for me. The surgeon said it was up to me and cannot help to decide.

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.

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

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

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 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

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.

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.

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 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 all, I had an aortic valve replacement - bovine tissue - and a single bypass in October 2022 and apart from a telephone call from the surgeon at 6 months, where I was passed back to the GP I haven't had any follow up.