I received my On-X aortic valve on April 5, 2010 at the age of 40 after a few months of declining health. Shortly after birth, it was determined that I had a mitral valve murmur that would likely not cause any issues throughout my life. I had not had my murmur checked for a number […]
“At seven months post-op, I ran my first 5k ever and at 15 months I just completed my first 10k!”
September 11, 2013 By Allison Scollan
Filed Under: Patient Stories Tagged With: aortic stenosis, echocardiogram, heart valves, on-x heart valve, patient story
“Every medical professional I consulted recommended the On-X valve”
September 11, 2013 By Allison Scollan
I was born with a bicuspid aortic valve, which developed stenosis and calcification over the last 23 years. After it was determined that I needed my valve replaced, every medical professional I consulted recommended the On-X valve. They all recommended it because it is a permanent valve replacement solution, requiring no future surgeries, and also […]
Filed Under: Patient Stories Tagged With: aortic stenosis, blood thinners, on-x heart valve, patient story