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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.

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Birthday
July 8
Location
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

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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

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