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Aortic valve replacement - tissue or mechanical which would you suggest?
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Depends: Age bleeding risks ulcers, diverticulitis etc travel compliance with medicines we offer all choices and tailor to the specific patient scenario. The mechanical valve patients are treated for life with anticoagulants.
Answered 4/20/2013
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