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How long were you in hospital after TAVR procedure?

Heart & Blood Health | Last Active: Jul 26, 2023 | Replies (9)
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Hi @nmsal, I think you might also appreciate these related discussions as you prepare for your trip:
- Aortic Valve Replacement with TAVR: What is it like? https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/aortic-valve-replacement/

Discussions in the Visiting Mayo Clinic support group https://connect.mayoclinic.org/group/traveling-to-mayo-clinic/
- Preparing for initial visit https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/preparing-for-initial-visit/

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andytheman | @andytheman | Jul 24, 2023

I had open heart surgery to install a mechanical aortic valve. This was 15 years ago and due to a murmur. It’s still as strong as it was when installed. However, I have started to develop a slight murmur over the crispy beat. As a result I am permanently on Coumadin, a blood thinner.
Would TAVR be ok with thinner or thicker INR levels? I vary around 2.5-3.5 witch is in range. But I’ve been as low as 1.0 out of range and a danger of a blood clot. I’ve been at 12.0!
A very critical chance of bleeding anywhere including my brain.
What are the chances of getting it done by TAVR?

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