Just in case I did this wrong the first time (I'm sure I did).
The poster you know as MedicalZebra passed away Monday January 30 as a result of complications after a seemingly successful Mitral Valve replacement.
The cardiac surgeon was truly perplexed at the degree and speed of the problem which caused low BP that was never able to be raised high enough to correct. She was not getting blood to her extremities which may suggest a clot form somewhere. After Dialysis Satuday it was a battle to keep her pressure up. She was moved back into CICU where her body eventually failed to recover. I don't know if I'll ever find out what truly happened, but, I thought I should let you know. This forum helped to educate and inform MedicalZebra. And I thank you on her behalf for being there. She was my fiance' and I know you help her allot.
