Tom Berning
Active member
Ovie,
Just wanted to reinforce that there is no right or wrong choice when it comes to picking a valve, it'll be better than the one you have and all valve choices are a compromise. Two things come to mind though, do you plan on having children? if so you'll want a tissue valve. Even though I did pick a mechanical valve, one of the attractions for me towards tissue was the fact that it gives you more options later in life. Sure it means more surgery, but for a younger person who knows what might be available in their lifetime.
Just wanted to reinforce that there is no right or wrong choice when it comes to picking a valve, it'll be better than the one you have and all valve choices are a compromise. Two things come to mind though, do you plan on having children? if so you'll want a tissue valve. Even though I did pick a mechanical valve, one of the attractions for me towards tissue was the fact that it gives you more options later in life. Sure it means more surgery, but for a younger person who knows what might be available in their lifetime.