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Margaret Vargas need to have her mitral valve replaced. Her surgeon will discuss which of the following issues with her

Posted: Thu Jul 21, 2022 9:14 pm
by answerhappygod
Margaret Vargas need to have her mitral valve replaced. Her surgeon will discuss which of the following issues with her before the surgery?

A. a mechanical valve will require that she take a "blood thinner" for the rest of her life
B. a biological value (usually porcine) will last 10 to 15 years
C. a mechanical valve increase the risk of blood clots that can cause stroke
D. all of the above