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Aortic Aneurysms | Last Active: 2 days ago | Replies (8)
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@justwannasay

Hi Houston13, sounds like you have excellent care. You mention having a BAV ( Bicuspid Aortic Valve) as do I. Not many people do. I am slated for replacement but I hope they can repair it. I/we have very inadequate health care in BC......shortage of every type of professional....anyway, just wanted to say hi, as you are the only other person I know of with a BAV.

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houston13 | @houston13 | 2 days ago

Hi, I believe the statistic is 1 in 100 people have a BAV and the BAV makes you more susceptible to developing an aneurysm, so in my case with genetic propensity and a BAV having an aortic aneurysm was high probability. My BAV was left in place when my aneurysm was repaired as it was highly functional and the surgeon told me my natural BAV would be better than any artificial device. My surgeon had a swine valve ready during my OH surgery. It will have to be replaced at some point but now that my aneurysm is repaired it can be done through catheter

I do feel fortunate, both my surgeon and cardiologist are top notch, it makes such a difference

Are there better alternatives in other regions of Canada?

All the best!!

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