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@3mm I ended up getting a second opinion with another cardiologist, and am very glad I did. My 1st cardiologist (who diagnosed the MV regurg) told me after the stress test that I should 'exercise as much as I want.' They seem to be content that I am back to work and no longer in acute heart...

Hey Jim, I came across this thread while looking for a similar experience. I had a mitral valve for severr regurgitation repair 10 months ago with a 35mm annuloplasty band and clefts between P1, P2 and P3 sewn closed, and P2 re-anchored. After steady improvement through cardiac rehab and...

No EKG yet, I should get more information after getting the results from the stress test in a few weeks.

Well, at the 10 month mark I wish I had better news. For the last few weeks I have been feeling slightly winded while exercising or training. I was told there would be ups and downs, so no big deal, I'll take a few days off and see how I feel. But the same feeling of reduced endurance...

That's inspiring! Those are some great photos. You make it look easy, but from a brief period of surfing I'll never forget how physically exhausting even paddling out is. I too occasionally feel mild pain or discomfort from certain positioning which stresses my chest, but it's occurring less as...

Welcome to the Forum! I'm sure others here will be able to answer your first 3 questions. for the 4th: While waiting for a diagnosis, and waiting for surgery, I took it 1 day at a time. I had to wait for weeks in between appointments as well from a general physician, multiple tests, to a...

That's good to hear. Thank you for the advice, happy rolling!

I had a partial sternotomy, and waited until the surgeon gave me clearance to train. And before rolling a standard question at my gym is 'any injuries to be aware of?' Appreciate the advice, happy training!

Today Marks 6 months since my open heart surgery! I wanted to check in and let everyone know how things have been progressing. I'm happy to report I feel almost like my old self. The one remaining symptom is limited cardiovascular endurance. But I'm using a Garmin device with heart zone...

Welcome to the Forum! I (38m) am 5 weeks post surgery for Mitral valve repair. Much like yourself, my heart issues were a complete surprise and came out of the blue around Oct. last year. This forum was a valuable resource for me to get a picture of what to expect before, during and after...

I bought a Garmin Fenix 7 after being diagnosed with severe mitral valve regurgitation and knowing that I would need surgery. I did find it reassuring to have a constant heart rate monitor in the weeks leading up to surgery. I have been discharged for 2 1/2 weeks, and use the garmin to track my...

I know exactly what you mean. The last thing I remember is sliding over to the O.R. table and hearing "this is going to make you sleepy."

I wasn't quite sure what you meant by this, until I went for a walk and felt a cool breeze blowing!

I Made it through Surgery! Woke up choking on the breathing tube, which was promptly removed. I felt great until I threw up last night, which wasn't fun with how tender my chest is. I don't think tramodol agrees with me. I'm very sore, but very happy to be alive. The surgeon told my wife...

Tomorrow is the big day! Going in for a Mitral Valve Repair at 5am. I feel very confident in the Surgeon and facility as a whole. On top of that, I'm grateful to be able to receive the care I need. And I want to thank this Forum and the posters for answering questions, offering advice, and...

Here's to wishing you a uneventful procedure. I have a mitral valve repair scheduled for next week. Like you I am quite symptomatic and cannot have surgery soon enough. I'm glad you're getting the medical care you need!

Thanks for the advice! How did you go about determining a surgeon's complication rate? Just by asking them, or is there another resource available?

Thank you that is good to know!

Thanks Chuck for sharing some of your experience. I would be interested in finding the website that reported on patient mortality if you come across it again but will look on my own as well. edit: I found the Society of Thoracic Surgeons website which ranks different procedures searchable by...

Thanks Pellicle. Thats helpful for me to hear. I skimmed through your link and will sit down to digest it.