Heart Valve Replacement News and Info
I really enjoy hearing from patients after their heart valve procedures. Their stories are often filled with inspiration and unique patient perspective. For example, here is a recent email from David Hooper following his aortic valve replacement surger…
Alice just sent me a great question about the big, heart-shaped pillows seen in many patient pictures across this website. She writes, “Adam – I’m 61 and preparing for a heart valve repair due to mitral regurgitation. I can’t he…
I recently received an interesting question from Rob about a post-operative cough following heart valve surgery.
Rob writes, “Adam, My wife — Gail — recently had a valve sparing aortic valve repair and had an artificial aorta. Gail ha…
I just received an excellent question from Teri about heart valve surgery recovery, stairs and recliners.
Teri writes to me, “Hi Adam – I want to know if I can take the steps upstairs once I return from the hospital. Our bedroom is on the s…
While the patient benefits of attending cardiac rehab after heart valve surgery are well documented, the utility of these post-operative programs remains disappointing — as only 20% of patients who could benefit from cardiac rehabilitation are re…