- About.com
A discussion about the repair and replacement as a surgical treatment for aortic stenosis.
http://heartdisease.about.com/health/heartdisease/library/weekly/aa060897.htm
- Cardiac Surgery Information
Pictures of artificial and biological valves, surgical slides, patient information, cardiovascular diagnosis and treatment is part of what is offered.
http://heart-surgeon.com/main.html
- Edwards Lifesciences
Information about a newly approved heart valve for replacement surgery. Patient information. Need to register for 17 minute video.
http://www.edwards.com/perimount.html
- Heart Valve Lab
An illustrated lesson on aortic valve replacement surgery, step by step.
http://www.heartlab.rri.on.ca/Aortic.replacement.html
- Mid Atlantic Surgical Associates
Explanation of heart valves, reasons for needing surgery and pictures of all types of replacement valves available.
http://www.heartsurgeons.com/pr3.html
- Patient's Guide to Heart Surgery.
In depth look at the heart, its valves, problems, preparing for and after surgery, the risks, recovery and medications. Includes a special note to family and friends and how to keep you heart healthy after the procedure.
http://www.cts.usc.edu/hpg-heartvalvesurgery.html
- The Bum Ticker
The authors story about going through open heart surgery to replace his aortic valve and aorta. From diagnosis to recovery.
http://www.stevegoldberger.com/bt/BumtickerHomePage1.htm
- The Society of Thoracic Surgeons: Patient Information
Causes of malfunction, warning signs for a failing valve, how to know if surgery is needed, options for replacement, what the difference is between mechanical and biological replacement valves, why surgery is necessary, risk of surgery and how will I be after surgery.
http://www.sts.org/doc/3620
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