Aortic Heart Valve Replacement: Through the Dark Curtain

This book offers simple, straightforward advice on coping and dealing with aortic heart valve replacement surgery--from someone who survived and has greatly benefited from the procedure. Topics covered include: early symptoms, pre-op, operation day, recovery, going home, and dealing with anxiety and depression associated with heart surgery. Written in an honest, pragmatic manner (without being preachy or sugarcoating the subject), this book provides a realistic scenario of what one can expect if undergoing or considering aortic heart valve replacement surgery--before, during, and after the procedure.