At last I have been given a date for my AVR and root replacement. Surgery is on 9th February with the pre op on the 1st February. I have opted for a mechanical valve but I am not sure what make of valve they use at Wythenshawe hospital. I do not feel to bad about it at the moment. My main worry is "have I made the right decision about valve choice" as I am 47 and very active. I do not want further operations if I can help it which points to mechanical but I still want to compete in races (hill, road and cross country). I know lots of people on this forum race but I am not sure they run to their maximum (or similar to before the valve replacement). Either way I need to get the valve replaced as I severe aortic stenosis and I am sure the surgeon will fit the right valve.
Martin
Martin