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...... is it possible to get a mechanical valve replaced with a tissue valve? If my mechanical valve decides to break down when I am 50 or 60 or 70 can I get it replaced with a tissue valve? Has anyone ever done this on this forum or does anyone know someone that has done that?
P.s. Thanks for adding me to the calendar Greg. It feels good to be a part of the family.
I believe there are cases where a mechanical has been replaced with a tissue for a variety of reasons and, hopefully, someone will address this for you........and me. I have also thought of the valve type I would select if I needed a reop at my age. I would likely choose a tissue valve to stay off warfarin in "old age".....and I understand that the switch from mechanical to tissue would present no additional problems beyond what could be expected with any major surgery on an old man. However, it is becoming more and more likely that my current valve will never need replacing.....so hopefully that is a "what if" I may never have to address.