It's been 10 months since my AVR. I went to my cardiologist last month for a six month check up. He said everything was fine and come back in a year. I asked him if I needed any tests and he said he listened to my heart very carefully and everything sounded great. I'm a little uneasy with his response and I'm wondering if I should insist on any tests.
Do I need an echo?
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Ross
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There really is no set standard for follow up testing. Most Doctors like to have yearly echos just to keep track of things, but not all. Some even do every 6 months, which is overkill and expensive. Myself, I'd be more comfortable if he did do one at least every year.
KAJ
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Good question. My answer will not help you much. Sometimes I wonder the same thing myself. I had a check up with my cardiologist.this past Feb. after 11 months AVR. He also told me everything sounds good and to see him in a year. He is highly respected so I did not question it.
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