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Great to know - thanks

Thanks Rob - I am going to check that out. I've been reading really great things about him and CC. Nice to know I'll be in the best of hands.

Thanks - I'd appreciate that if you do have a chance. I know you'll have a lot on your mind. I'm wishing you the best and a quick recovery. My surgery is scheduled for the 26th.

Thanks again Lyn

I'm scheduled for surgery with Dr. Pettersson at CCF in two weeks for replacement of my aortic valve and replacement or repair of my mitral valve. I'm reading here that Dr. Pettersson is really top notch, but I also see that he seems to recommend mechanical valves to his patients. Is there...

Thanks Jkm7 I'm glad things went well for you

Thanks Lyn. I don't know why I couldn't get the thread on radiation - I searched twice under the keyword "radiation" oh well, it's good to see posts from others confirmation that radiation can be a cause of stenosis. Thanks also for the answer on biometric replacement of mitral valves.

Does anyone know if bovine or porcine valves can be used for mitral valve replacement or does it need to be mechanical? Also, I remember several years ago some posts at this forum about radiation induced aortic stenosis, but I can't find them any more when I search. The Cleveland Clinic seems...

Have there been any estimates or opinions on how long it could take for the FDA to approve the transcatheter approach?