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A retired grandpa thought he was in good health

When John Cantrell retired, he decided his new job would be staying healthy. He was already in good shape and ate well but he wanted to make sure he could see his grandkids grow up. Already an avid cyclist, he upped his time on the bike and took up pickleball.

A retired grandpa thought he was in good health

TL;DR

  • John Cantrell was diagnosed with severe aortic stenosis in August 2024.
  • He fainted while cycling, which doctors identified as a sign of the advanced nature of his condition.
  • Cantrell chose a TAVR procedure over open-heart surgery, prioritizing a faster recovery.
  • The TAVR procedure was successful, and Cantrell experienced a rapid recovery, returning to cycling within 10 days.
  • He is now looking forward to future activities and spending time with his grandchildren.

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