Jay's Posts

Hello and Happy Thanksgiving to all. It has been 4 and 1/2 years since my aortic valve replacement and ascending aortic aneurysm repair. I recently had Dr notice an echodensitiie on my echocardiogram. I have researched and discovered two probable possibilities. My question is, has anyone had any experience with this, and if it was calcification around the valve, what was the course of treatment? Was is successful? Any changes to your everyday life? I have a cardiac CT scheduled in early December so will know more following that. Thank you in advance.

Today marks the one year anniversary of my surgery at Mayo Clinic in Florida. I feel grateful to my surgical team led by Dr Kevin Landolfo, and the staff at Mayo Clinic. Also, I would like to thank my wife and family who nurtured me back to 100%. I am grateful to you all. I would also like to encourage those who are facing surgery; while it certainly is a frightening experience, you will make it to the other side of recovery. Follow your doctor's instructions, walk as much as possible, and complete cardiac rehab and look forward to your new lease on life! Special shout out to Ana Brusso for your upcoming surgery, you are in my prayers and I know everything will turn out well. Best of luck my friend!