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81 year old almost completely blocked aortic valve and vein near the bottom of the heart. normal wall motion, ef 57 am i a surgical canidate? i will see a surgeon and so nervous. cath showed valve blockage, echo showed moderate blockage after cath?
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Would need to see you and the studies to be able to help. Discuss your worries with the Surgeon. get a good assessment of risks and benefits and then decide if you want to follow their advice.
Answered 10/25/2022
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