Wooooo Hoooooo surgery finished and came home on POD # 3

[earl thrasher]

Had my aortic valve replaced Monday morning at roughly 8:30 am and it went very well according to my surgeon it took around 3 - 3 1/2 hours. She performed a mini-sternotomy on me and my scar is roughly 4-5 inches not sure how she did it but she said she didnt even have to spread my ribs. I rcvd a 23 mm St Jude Medical Master's HP conduit medical prothesis. She also said she replaced my aorta up to the 1st bend roughly. I was amazed at how I felt after they moved me out of ccicu. It was more soreness than pain. Dont get me wrong it was and is very uncomfortable, but I can lift my arms over head and taking a shower is no problem. What also amazes me is that there is do dressing on my scar and they just told me to shower with mild soap and dab dry. My co-workers were amazed that they let me go home on the 3rd day POD. Thnaks for all your help and if anyone wants to know about my surgery or recovery please contact me. I am tommyt_51 on Yahoo IM.

 

[Ross]

Sounds great!

Please talk with people here in the forums rather then IM. That is why we were here to help you and others. Stick around and tell others of your journey when they ask.

 

[Bina]

Wow, your surgery sounds almost enjoyable!
Maybe your incision has glue inside it. We will be needing a picture of it when you are up to it.

 

[Phyllis]

Wonderful news, Tommy. Stick around to help those in the waiting room and best wishes for a complete and uneventful recovery.

 

[Dawn-Marie]

Tommy ~

I'm happy that everything went so great for you!! I hope you continue to have a good recovery.

Dawn-Marie

 

[WayneGM]

Congratulations! Best wishes for a smooth and speedy recovery.

 

[Freddie]

Good for You.
Sending prayers and best wishes for a continued uneventful recovery.

Be Good to Yourself.

 

[Mary]

Hey Tommy!

I guess you're a walking endorsement for a mini-sternotomy!

I'm glad it went so easily, and I hope the rest of your recovery is a piece of cake!

 

[strudell]

This is good to hear. My surgeon has told me that he will perform a mini-sternotomy so your update is very welcome!

 

[hensylee]

you had a really good trip over the mountain and no bumps! Keep on keepin on. Lots ask about mini surgery, so hope you stick around to answer questions and give information to those who need and want it. Blessins...........