Aortic Heart Valve Replacement

Through the Dark Curtain

By: John Stibravy PhD

Narrated by: Tony Smith PhD

This book offers practical, 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 having the procedure. In an honest, no-nonsense manner, 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.

©2016, 2022 John Stibravy, PhD (P)2022 John Stibravy, PhD

Plain spoken truths

I am about to go through this surgery, and was looking for some comfort. I did find it but was a little dismayed by the many times the author told me, “but don’t think about that”.
Everyone experiences life differently and a couple of the things he mentions as not being available are now, 13 years later, much more common place.
Overall I enjoyed it.