Aortic Valve Replacement

Posted By Rick on March 29, 1999 at 16:22:48:







In 1990 I underwent successful aortic valve replacement, receiving a aortic
homograph.  It has now begun to fail and will require replacement in a year
to a year and a half.  I heard about an aortic replacement done in New York
City on a 60 year old man.  I believe it was called a aortic tissue replacement.
I am 59 and very active, as he was.  I work 10
to 12 hour days, operating a cattle ranch.  A mechanical valve with
anticoagulatants is not an option.  Is there another operation using tissue?
If so, what is it"  Where is it performed?  I would appreciate any information
on this procedure.
Rick