20 Years a Cyborg

[SzczerbiakManiac]

Originally Posted by Cadaverous Pallor

Does the valve run on milk?

Hee hee, I was a milk fiend before the surgery, but I'm glad the moo juice hasn't impaired the valve's functionality.

Originally Posted by cirquelover

Does it last forever?

Originally Posted by alphabassettgrrl

How long does the valve last? Do you have to have future surgeries, or are you ok?

In theory, the valve can last as long as I do. But in practice, there's just not enough evidence to know for sure because these valves haven't been around long enough to find out. I certainly hope I never have to get my chest ripped open again. Once was plenty!

BTW, in case anyone is interested, I have a St. Jude's valve.