Rose Madura
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Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis
Member Since: May 30, 2020
Member Since: May 30, 2020
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Mike Cashara posted an update
5 years ago (November 5, 2020)
Well, I had my Angiogram on Tuesday 11/3. Now things seem to be moving fast. On Tuesday 11/10 I begin my pre surgery scans and then I will meet with my Surgery team on Thursday 11/12 to discuss my valve and procedure options along with my Surgery date. At this... Read more.
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Susan Lynn
Mike - We've all been there - the information seems to be coming faster than it can be comprehended. But, we always say, we have the benefit of researching and making informed choices about our treatment. That's not the case for many heart warriors in emergency situations. You'll feel confident,... Read more.
Mike Cashara
Susan--Yes, things are moving fast now.
Lots of thoughts. Been watch many YouTube videos. Preparing for the meeting with the surgery team to understand everything and new questions I may have now.
Thank you so much.
Mike Cashara
Susan.... Some of the videos were really helpful to understand what to expect. I have a lite more knowledge now when I meet with the Surgery team on Thursday.
Mike Cashara
Stephanie... your story is crazy, especially your thoughts upon waking up. I am learning to a replacement because of my age as when it begins to fail the TAVR would be the choice at that point...
Mike Cashara posted an update
5 years ago (October 30, 2020)
After my long 3 month wait for my second Echo it seems my stenosis has progressed. My Doctor has started the process for my Aortic Valve Replacement.
Already had my Blood work & X-rays this week. I have to take a COVID test on Sunday. Then my Angiogram is on... Read more.
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Steven Methot and Shannon Gray reacted to this
Hello Mike, I don’t have any advice for you as my surgery was OHS. I’m sure some of our heart warriors on this site will be more helpful as some of them have had the same procedure as yours. You can also check the menu on the top right hand... Read more.
Hi Mike. Are you having TAVR? I had TAVR this April. There aren’t many choices about the valves used. Your team will probably tell you what they have chosen. I had the Edwards Sapien 3 which is a bovine valve. I have had a murmur since childhood but it was... Read more.
