Amelia
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Grandma was born with bicuspid valve and has been diagnosed with severe aortic stenosis. Doctors strongly urge her to get avr surgery. Her heart cath confirmed severe AS with a 60mmHg peak gradient.
Grandma is very active, likes to cook, garden, work around house.
Grandma is very active, likes to cook, garden, work around house.
- Location
- USA
- Surgery
- My 83 year old grandma: trying to decide whether to get aortic valve replacement
- Medications
- Grandma takes verapamil daily each morning. Dislikes taking asprin, but occasionally takes 81mg for arm/chest aches. Is that good or bad?
- Occupation
- Grandma is retired.
- Referral