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Aortic Aneurysms – Introduce yourself & meet others

Posted by Kanaaz Pereira, Connect Moderator @kanaazpereira, Feb 16, 2018

Welcome to the Aortic Aneurysms group on Mayo Clinic Connect.

An aortic aneurysm is a bulge in the wall of the aorta. The aorta begins deep in the heart as it emerges from the powerful left ventricle, gently arching over the heart, descending into the chest, and finally into the abdomen. Some aortic aneurysms can be harmless; others can lead to catastrophic problems. I invite you to follow this group and connect with others, share experiences, exchange useful information, and learn about aortic aneurysms.

Get started rby clicking the +FOLLOW icon on the group page here: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/group/aneurysms/

There are some great conversations going on right now that I think you’ll like. Grab a cup of tea, or beverage of your choice, and lets chat. Why not start by introducing yourself?

Interested in more discussions like this? Go to the Aortic Aneurysms Support Group.

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tinadooks | @tinadooks | Apr 30 4:20pm
In reply to @beverly48 "I see a cardiothoracic surgeon at DUKE at Durham, NC. He came highly recommended by my..." + (show)
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I see a cardiothoracic surgeon at DUKE at Durham, NC. He came highly recommended by my PCP. He is known to be the AORTIC guru in the southeast. Personally, I like him very much as he is easy to talk with, is very thorough and always ask me if I have any questions, which I often do and we discuss those. On the day that I have an appoitment with him, my cardiac ultrasound is scheduled first, then I have my CT with contrast performed and then I see the cardiothoracic surgeon to review those test results. I really like the fact that the Cardiac CT photos are reported out in a 3-4 dimensional picture so that I can visualize the aneurysm and its size. I leave the office appointment with all the printed & diagram reports in hand for my reference and my test results are electronically transmitted to my PCP and local cardioloigst. G. Chad Huges, IV, MD is my Duke Cardiothoracic surgeon. I have not had surgery yet and I am 77 years old.

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@beverly48 Hi, I’m Sandy and I also am being followed by Dr. Hughes for my TAAA of 4.2. I also take comfort in his reputation despite the ongoing anxiety that many have expressed about this condition.

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Justin McClanahan, Moderator | @JustinMcClanahan | May 7 8:29am

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jungpeter | @jungpeter | 3 days ago

Bicuspid aortic valve with considerable stenosis. Aorta has been increasing in size for the past several years. 4 cm was the magic number. MRI showed 4.3 in November 26. Surgery in February. Overall surgery went well. There was some uncontrolled bleeding during surgery. Post-Op pain has been negligible. They did twist and pull my left shoulder on the operating table and that pain is going away slowly. Rehab three days a week I’ve got about a month and a half to go. Back up to mowing the lawn, carrying things, sleeping in, eating well. My appetite the day I was discharged was incredible. Everything looked good. I couldn’t get enough food. Overall attitude has been good. I try not to think about what was done. It makes me nervous if I go down that rabbit hole.

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