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Diagnosis: Aortic Regurgitation, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Aortic Aneurysm

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Katie Cascia posted an update

1 year ago (December 18, 2024)

Does anyone have experience or know if surgeons will replace/repair the ascending aorta in conjunction with a Ross procedure? I have been told that I will need two heart surgeries; first to replace my ascending aorta and later in life to replace my BAV. I'm 36 years old and the... Read more.

Ben Whitener

I have the same issues you have. I'm in the "wait and see" mode but plan to get at-least 2-3 opinions when its surgery time for me. It won't hurt to ask other surgeons their take. Makes sense to knock it all out at once.

Larry Peterson

Hi Katie - I would get a second opinion. There are various thresholds that need to be met for replacing a valve, but if you are undergoing an open sternotomy, you should investigate all the possibilities. A mechanical valve would last a lifetime, but you would need to be on... Read more.

Trisha Gross

Hi Katie! My diagnosis was aortic aneurism and critical stenosis of bicuspid valve and leaky tricuspid valve . I received the Ross procedure Aug. 22nd.They fixed 3 issues with one open heart surgery. I got three opinions and the Cleveland Clinic was the most detailed and identifies all three issues... Read more.

Grace Mason

Yes they can. Dr El-Hamamsy at Mt Sinai in NYC, one of the best Ross surgeons, performed my Ross procedure along with replacement of an aneurysm on my ascending aorta last year. I would highly recommend a consult with him as you move forward.(which his office can arrange by zoom... Read more.