There is a certain amount of “it depends” in any answers. Is it an ascending aortic aneurysm or an abdominal aortic aneurysm? What the surgeon would do would be different for those. And to some extent what you might need would be slightly different.

I had time to prepare for my surgery which was going to require open heart surgery. I did a lot of chair sit and stands to strengthen my legs since I could not push off with my arms for a while. Where you have less time consider how your husband will stand up, sit down, get in or out of bed and do regular person functions.

Tell us a little more so we can be more specific to help you out. Lots of us have been through this!

Hi @dixiedoodle

I'd like to invite @lsrchevy68, @frisco07, @martinkennot, @rlhix, and @richardhadley who all shared their experience or the experience of a loved one after their aorta procedure. They may be able to share some pointers on how to best prepare your home for after surgery.

@dixiedoodle, you mentioned you are in a bit of shock. I can imagine the news of needing aortic surgery was a bit overwhelming, how are you and your husband processing the news?