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Is this an Abdominal Aorta Aneurysm group?
I am a 79-year-old woman in CA with a 5.8 cm Complex Abdominal Aorta Aneurysm. I am married and have a son and daughter in law but I feel like I don't have the support I need to get through this. After my son and daughter in law found out the urgency of surgery they packed up and moved to Iowa. My husband is a loving man but doesn't know how to show support. My BP is all over the place and I feel like I am all alone and fear that I will not survive the stint graft surgery and if I do my kidneys will be damaged. I am a Kieser paitent but I don't trust that I have an experianced Vascular surgery team. Any recomendations? My surgery is set for August 25, 2026,
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Are there any recommendations on who the best Complex Abdominal Aorta Aneurysm Vascular Surgeons in Northern CA at Kaiser Permanente?
@maryrg.......if you're able, look for a second opinion from Cedars-Sanai in LA or even reach out to Cleveland Clinic, which offers a "Virtual Second Opinion" on line also. This may be a time when traveling to get better medical treatment and support may be necessary! It’s important that you're physically ready for the surgery, and mentally/emotionally as well. You can also get a second opinion from Mayo, if you prefer. It's important that you have confidence in your medical team, especially your surgeon and cardiologist!! As you're just over 1 month away from your scheduled surgery, you should act now on getting a second or even third opinion from a respected, high-volume aortic center. Best wishes getting the help you need!! See attached info.....