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Old 06-30-2020, 11:08 AM
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Originally Posted by John_W View Post
Before settling on open-heart surgery, did they discuss using a mitral valve clip inserted via catheterization through the groin, or did they say that would be like putting a band-aid on the problem? I've had a leaky mitral valve since 2014, just curious, and good Luck!!!
I appreciate all of the good wishes, prayers and believe I will last another few years. As I still feel fine, I flew the Cub today to take more pictures of TV from the air and will post them soon. Every doctor and surgeon who has viewed the TEE video on my mitral valve in operation says that it would be wise of me to have it repaired sooner than later. The mitral valve clip will not work for me. The surgeon, Dr. Accola who will lead the team has performed the same or very similar operations on two good friends. So, I feel that I am in good hands and will continue to stay somewhat secluded in the house after surgery for a few more months as many others may also do because of the virus and the heat.

Thanks and be safe out there!