Most likely, your husband's diseased mitral valve can be repaired, rather than replaced, but I can't answer that question in this forum. At CCF, we have the worlds' best cardiac surgeons who are very experienced at valve surgeries. Since you live relatively close to Cleveland, I think CCF would be the ideal place for your husband to be evaluated. My recommendation to you is to call the number listed below and ask the operator to page Cathy at 24774. I hope you find this information useful.
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