We believe my heart problems stem from rheumatic fever I had at age 5. My heart muscle is strong and I have no blockages--I am in good health other than the aorta problem.
I love to read.
- Birthday
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July 8
- Location
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Southeast Missouri, USA
- Surgery
- Surgery on 5/3/10 to replace ascending aorta, aortic valve and aortic root with SJM valved graft.
- Medications
- Bystolic, 81mg aspirin and Warfarin plus allergy meds
- Occupation
- Retired 3 times. Now enjoying retirement.
- Referral
- WebMD
Modified Bentall aortic root replacement with a
number 23 St. Jude valve conduit
Replacement of ascending aorta with a
number 28 Hemashield graft using right axillary cannulation
Dr. Richard Mellitt, Boone Hospital Center, Columbia, MO, May 3, 2010