John's Profile

Diagnosis: Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Mitral Regurgitation, Atrial Fibrillation

Member Since: October 17, 2020

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About Me

Have been dealing with progressively worse symptoms from mitral valve prolapse for over 5 years. My condition is congenital and the symptoms have included more severe Afib. Symptoms have been controllable using meds until in August when I had my first cardioversion. An echo and TEE later and my issue has advanced and surgery is necessary now.
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    I am from: Plymouth, MA, United States
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    My surgery date was: December 21, 2020
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    I was diagnosed with: Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Mitral Regurgitation, Atrial Fibrillation
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    My surgery was: Mitral Valve Repair, MAZE Procedure
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    My doctor is: Dr. Prem Shekar
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    My hospital is: Brigham & Women's Hospital

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