The Informed Discussion Guide
Surgical aortic or mitral valve replacement: Choosing the right valve for you
When moving forward with surgery, it's natural to have questions or feel overwhelmed as you begin to review your options. This Informed Discussion Guide is a tool to help you have productive conversations with your doctor as you consider the differences between mechanical and tissue valves and assess your goals following surgery.
This guide will take your health, values, preferences, and questions into consideration, which are important when seeking out the valve that's right for you. It will take approximately 5 minutes to complete.
Share your results with your doctor, so that in addition to age guidelines and your anatomy, your feelings and goals will be taken into account. Make a decision on the best valve for you, alongside your doctor.