I'm Having Open Heart Surgery

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[@tayzonday]

Sending you good energy! You’ve got this! ✊

[@rohanc9509]

Legend himself

[@Proud_Troll]

The bro himself

[@gergthewerg]

No way! I can't believe that you're here!

[@hankglidden1463]

For those wondering, and worrying, while this by no means a benign surgery, it does have a very high success rate. That being 94% - 96% with a very scary, but mercifully low 2% mortality rate. Sending prayers and love Austin.

[@jojodroid31]

It's completely insane that we can just stop someeone's heart, work on it and make them come back with a high probability. I mean a hundred years ago we barely had X-rays.

[@hectichive889]

That’s insane to me something as invasive and major of a surgery has that high of a survival rate. Like, literally stopping the heart and opening it up to do what they do. Nuts

[@tonydai782]

@@hectichive889 Just imagine how many people in the past died in the process of perfecting the technique.

[@spingleboygle]

i was concerned about that

[@Mark-fv7nq]

Im living proof -- I had this surgery 11 years ago & am still kicking around :-)

[@ZekeFreek]

For some reason, it never occurred to me that heart surgery requires literally splitting open the ribcage, wild stuff. Best of luck, man.

[@carolstephens-fortner6887]

Yes, it does. Austin will be a member of the “zipper” club now - as am I. ❤️‍🩹

[@RepChris]

You can go in from under the ribcage (or in from a blood vessel) for "minor" procedures, using a remote controlled probe. The "open" in open heart surgery refers to the opening of the ribcage/chest, not the heart. Opening the chest cavity caries quite a bit of risk, and the stopping of the heart that is done (generally) for open heart surgeries also carries a lot of risk, from it not wanting to start properly again and from the drugs you need to give to let the cardiopulmonary bypass machine work (heparin can cause some very adverse events). But for major surgeries being able to work in a motion and blood less environment with a lot of wiggle room helps a lot more than the risks it carries (duh, otherwise they wouldnt do it). Just imagine having to do major work on the heart while it is beating, with a probe you cant steer all that much. Its amazing what we can do with modern tools and techniques

[@jujubees5855]

I remember seeing me post-op x-ray of my husband's chest and yes it was literally wires twisted up holding his chest back together. During CPR you have to compress so hard that you will break ribs.

[@birthdaybatter815]

Had mine split for my open heart. Sneezing and coughing in the days immediately after the surgery were almost unbearable. You just aren’t aware beforehand that the inflation of your lungs puts so much pressure on your sternum. The zipper scar is about the coolest scar you can have though. I wear mine with pride. It’s a reminder that no matter how bad things are going for me, I’ve survived worse.

[@dogshake]

I had a heart transplant when I was a kid. You can feel the “cage” on my sternum where it’s all wired up after they broke it. Google the machine that they use to do it too, it looks absolutely wild, like something out of a saw trap,

[@ImKingGinger]

I have had three heart surgeries, I was born with a birth defect. I will say that modern heart surgeons are incredible. Real life super heroes. The technology has really improved since the 80's when I had mine done. I was sort of an experiment at that time. They are so routine. I was out and at home after less than five days. It's incredible. I did get the pig valves though. So might have some more surgeries left in me, although they did mention replacements can be done intravenously now which seems like science fiction. Anyways Austin, from one filmmaker with a replaced bad heart, spiritually and physically, I am praying for you and I will continue to keep you (and your wife) in my prayers.

[@fairygrl999]

This past winter, my mom had a heart valve repair (not replacement, i was mistaken) done intravenously. It went amazing and we're definitely beyond grateful for the advancement in medicine that made that possible. incredible for sure

[@Pinely]

Never commented but I've been watching you for about 6 years now, your videos are incredible and represent a lot of what I love about youtube. Wishing you an incredibely smooth recovery and sending you lots of love man

[@Leo_Dragontamer]

Orr pinely? It’s a small world after all

[@MercyTheSecond]

im your 17th biggest fan Pinely

[@false_icons]

@@MercyTheSecond yeah? well I'm his 16th biggest fan so take that

[@jecka1021]

Omfg Pinely! no wonder the algorithm brought me to you all those months ago.

[@angelo.strand]

@@false_iconsdon’t wanna brag but i’m his 15th biggest fan

[@phelanii4444]

Heart surgery post op nurse here. Take it easy after surgery, listen to your nurses, make sure to take care of your sternum. That means no arms up or behind your head until that sucker is healed shut, no lifting stuff over 5kg, no sleeping on your side. Unless you wanna get back into the hospital with an instable sternum. Also, take care of your hygiene!!! Make sure the wounds are clean and dry, for the love of God, not touch or rub them, wear clean clothes, wash your hands, eat well to promote healing, and listen to your body, if shit feels off tell your docs! Dunno how Americans do it but in my clinic in Germany we keep the mechanical valve patients in hospital till their blood levels are appropriate to let them home with oral blood thinners and that can take a *while* especially with the younger fitter folks whose blood thickening factors refuse to stay down. Be prepared for disappointments, you won't be able to jump outta bed immediately so don't try it, there will be loads of tubes sticking out of you the first few days, do not touch them or we will be forced to tie you down to make sure you survive them. Good luck!

[@thebrocialist8300]

Nurses and their unsolicited advice… Just change the bedpan and keep the mouth shut.

[@requiesticat]

@@thebrocialist8300 The advice here is good. You shouldn't shut down an opinion just because you disagree with it, especially since this is being said by a trained professional.

[@ohiovstheworld]

I'm a CVICU nurse, and you did an absolutely fantastic job describing the surgery you're going to undergo. I mean really, I've never heard a layperson describe it so exactly perfectly! You're young and I think you'll do very well. I've taken care of MANY patients who have gotten the exact same procedure you're getting. Best of luck.

[@upinarms79]

My wife is a cardio stepdown nurse, so I know exactly how important your job is, and thanks for doing it. I feel nurses in general don't get enough recognition for what they do.

[@ohiovstheworld]

@@upinarms79 Your wife gets it then! It really means a lot to me when people like you go out of your way to say such kind words. It's a tough job sometimes, but I couldn't be more fortunate to work where I do. You know the saying the grass is always greener? I think the green grass is under my feet. I love my job.

[@upinarms79]

​@@ohiovstheworld You're welcome. She'll be an RN soon, and I think she's going for a BSN and maybe eventually NP. I hear all the time how bad it can be and I kind of feel like the best thing I can do for her is just listen and be sympathetic. People forget how important people like you are to society. You guys, Fire and Rescue, Paramedics and EMTs, you're the people taking care of us and keeping us alive when we need help.

[@BlanekdCheque]

Thank you so much for your work! Also fingers crossed, and best of luck for Austin, and all your patients

[@lordfriar8736]

You call yourself a layman, yet it was you who caught me.

[@ErikB605]

FYI: He posted that his surgery went well. He had a small stroke the morning after which will put him out of action for a while but still has some ready videos in the pipeline.

[@VioletEmerald]

That doesn't sound like it went that well. A stroke complication even if it's relatively minor, if there are any symptoms at all seems so scary.

[@coffeekatk4067]

Thanks for this.

[@otocan]

@@VioletEmerald the procedure was a success, so the heart valve has been fixed. You're right, a stroke is a serious complication, but there is no reason he shouldn't make a full recovery.

[@-pyrosef-]

​@@otocanNo reason? Tell the the stroke that and the amount of time of lack of oxygen to his brain. Not trying to make a joke but seriously you can't say a stroke won't effect his recovery.

[@travisallen9689]

@@-pyrosef- He didn't say it won't affect his recovery, he said he should still make a full recovery.

[@AnneIglesias]

Stopped everything to be here. We love you, Austin, and are rooting for you.

[@Moridin69]

Is that a sick joke because he's getting his (aortic) root replaced

[@AnneIglesias]

@@Moridin69 me it’s not a sick joke, it’s a genuine sentiment. Sorry your mind had to go that direction.

[@zensvienna9007]

You clicked on a video dude, you arent doing shit lmao

[@Yesica1993]

Same!

[@gradientO]

​@@zensvienna9007 he managed to make it about himself in a video about heart surgery

[@joshs2734]

It's strange to watch this knowing what is going to happen to him in the future. Watching his most recent video, then this back to back, it's like an different person.

[@gudadada]

very much so

[@stewartplays]

I’m a stroke survivor. Recovery may take a while for him, but it is definitely possible. He may appear to be a different person, but that does not mean he actually is.

[@joshs2734]

@@stewartplays Oh I know. I didn't mean to imply that he literally is different. It's obvious that he's the same person who has just been affected by severe trauma and stress. I'm glad to hear that you were able to fully recover.

[@stewartplays]

@@joshs2734 It all depends on the severity and location of his particular stroke. The fact that he is able to do as much as he is doing this soon after having the stroke is a good sign, though.

[@Daz912]

@@joshs2734uhh no he’s affected by dead brain tissue

[@emilycormeraie8858]

That heartfelt “I hope I’m still around to make more videos for you guys.” speech, immediately followed by a SquareSpace ad read was *Chefs kiss* Wishing you a speedy and safe recovery. ❤

[@nicktvname3115]

Gotta pay for the surgery somehow!

[@emilycormeraie8858]

@@nicktvname3115 He absolutely should, I just feel bad that this is the life of a KZbinr. Poor guy has to do that to get real medical attention.

[@BasicWorldbuilder]

To be fair, as long as it meets the clients specs, an ad read can be anywhere in a video. But I agree it was funnier to go from sincere parting words back to work in 3 seconds 😄

[@RepresentWV]

@@emilycormeraie8858 yeah professional youtubers have it so rough 😢

[@McJuggerNuggets]

wishing you the best bro!

[@halofsx]

Fellow bicuspid aortic valve haver here, have a speedy and smooth recovery man thoughts are with you

[@birthdaybatter815]

Right there with you. Had mine replaced in August of 2022. Austin’s videos will become a critical tool for people who are preparing to go through the same thing.

[@werdwerdus]

hello brother

[@mikes.8732]

Same here!

[@FlyingDolphin221]

Tardy to the party but I am also A bicuspid aortic valve haver.

[@Humtog]

My Uncle went through a similar open heart surgery two weeks ago. I have been watching your content for a long time. You are an awesome man, and you documenting such a serious procedure will help many people in the future who would have to go through open heart surgeries. Your standing there bravely and talking about this is highly useful because just convincing someone this is their only option and it has to be done is a difficult thing to do. My uncle didn't want to do it till the last moment when he became bed ridden for example. And If I have to face this, I too would be scared. You are really brave. Good luck, hope to see you back healthy again soon!

[@birthdaybatter815]

I had open heart surgery on August 29, 2022 at the age of 31 to replace my bicuspid aortic valve. I chose to have the Ross Procedure, in which my own pulmonary valve was used to replace my defective aortic valve. A donor pulmonary valve was then put in place of my own. I chose this complex route to avoid the lifelong blood thinners. I spent 5 days in the hospital before I was released. The first month of recovery was difficult, but I noticed rapid improvements starting in my second month after surgery. I was able to return to my physically demanding job 10 weeks after surgery. It’s a difficult thing sitting around waiting KNOWING this is coming, but I felt grateful that I was able to mentally and emotionally prepare myself beforehand. I’m sure your surgery will be successful without any issues, and I hope you are able to document and share as much as possible. There isn’t a lot of information for people in our age group regarding what to expect with open heart, and your videos will become a critical tool for others who face the same procedure as us. Best wishes, and don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions for someone who knows EXACTY what you’re going through.

[@werdwerdus]

thank you for sharing. i will eventually have this procedure as well. my aorta is currently around 4.9cm and the plan is to go for repair around 5.0-5.2cm

[@nicolebogda1482]

Sharing is caring~ and that was very well said! Blessings to both of you, and to Austin!

[@Whom1337]

that’s terrifying. best of luck with the recovery. really puts things into perspective for those of us that take our health for granted.

[@Natasha-tu5qs]

It's very brave of you to post this. I hope everything goes well for you and hope for a quick and speedy recovery.

[@StandardStoryCo]

Wishing you the smoothest of operations and recoveries Austin 🙏

[@hottakelawyer]

Hey Austin - I was one of the people involved in the Harry Potter Cursed Child redux play you made a video about ages ago. I've been keeping up with your content regularly ever since and I've always admired not only just how much time and effort you put into your projects but also how often you go out of your way to shine the spotlight on others and helping other people make their dreams happen. It's so refreshing to see someone put so much of themselves into their projects and their audience where the goal is clearly just creativity first. A running theme I often see in your videos is "What do you have? Great, now how do you make something with it?" I find that really inspiring, and I'm sure you've been the catalyst in countless people's lives for nurturing a healthier relationship with their passion and creativity. I wish you all the best with your surgery, we'll all see you on the other side. Can't wait for Atlas!!

[@kahristah]

Why do bad things happen to good people 💔

[@justsomerandomguy8210]

Good luck man and I’m sure we all hope it goes well

[@TheDisplacerBeast]

Good luck man, we’re rooting for you.

[@user-dc2ho7rb6t]

Rooting for you, Austin! My 68 year old mother had the same exact issue (leaky aorta), and also went through open heart surgery. Two years later she's doing better than ever. You will be completely alright. :) Don't rush recovery to post again... we'll be here when you come back.

[@villagerofficer]

I hope everything goes well for you. Your my favorite youtube, and I don't say that to everyone. I say that to one person, come to think of it, and right now I'm commenting on his video.

[@HeavenLeahSky]

Came here first. Im sorry man.

[@kirbymarchbarcena]

We'll pray for your full recovery

[@dracula0]

I read that as we'll pay for your full recovery and I was still like okay cuz that's how friendly Austin's fans are

[@76TomD]

I was born with a connective tissue disorder that gives you a high degree of developing aortic aneurysms and dissections. While in high school, my aneursym was found and monitored nearly yearly for the next 30 years. OHS would always be the invention if growth or change in the aorta were to happen and/or dissection occurred. In high school, I was told that most with my condition live to 45 which then seemed a long way off. Then a month before my 45th birthday, I was told my aorta was no longer stable after having been for a few years. Surgery was less of a risk than waiting. Imagine fearing such a day nearly all of your life and being told you need OHS to replace your aorta (among other heart procedures to be done at the same time) at the age you were told to expect to live to. I'm still here almost three years later dealing with new issues from the surgery and the ordeal of it but I am still here.

[@scj6693]

i’ve been watching you since your sprouting orchids video and it’s been nice to see how your content has changed and evolved over time. it’s only right that i give back to you after you’ve given so much to this channel. here’s to a healthy and speedy recovery, many more years of content, and some good vibes 👍

[@GemSquash96]

When people open up (pun intended) about situations like this it always makes me reevaluate and appreciate my health while I have it Best wishes and a speedy recovery to Austin and support to his family 🍀

[@kinglattice705]

Prayers are with you man. Always.

[@houstoncambodia1]

Absolutely.

[@StevetheBartender_]

I’m 6 months post open heart surgery (single bypass) at 39. Take it very easy. Eat healthy. Get walking as soon as you can. You got this!

[@annierichardson5296]

You're in my thoughts, Austin! My Dad was gravely ill with congestive heart failure and had this same surgery 20 years ago at the age of 83 (he got a bovine tissue valve, though), and lived until he was almost 96. The technology is 20 years better now and you're way younger than he was. You will be okay. My sister and I are big fans of yours and are pulling for you every step of the way. Concentrate on recovery and everything else will be fine. ❤

[@DisposableSupervillainHenchman]

Dang. Your dad’s a trooper!

[@annierichardson5296]

Oh, he was! And as kind, gentle and patient as they come.

[@Alex-ug9wx]

This is terrifying. I’m honestly considering going to my GP, because the exact symptoms you describe often affect me. Hopefully it’s nothing, and I’m so sorry you’ve gotta go through this! On the upside, the more people who have to have treatments for various illnesses, the more likely it is that said treatment will improve. You having this treatment will potentially save someone’s life down the road! Good luck.

[@zsrhusain]

Wishing you a speedy recovery. Get well soon.

[@MonolithicCyanTsunami]

Never watched your videos but you just showed up on my feed. I’m wishing you a speedy recovery ❤️‍🩹

[@beejls]

Oh dear. I'm sorry you're going through this. Medicine is good with mechanical stuff like this, I'm going to keep a positive mental attitude about this for you, but wow I can only imagine how hard you're working to tamp down any anxiety. I hope your recovery is speedy.

[@andromedaspark2241]

Very good point. Doctors can remove organs, replace bones and joints, and all sorts of tricks. They aren't great yet with most chronic disease, but physical manipulation of parts is what modern doctors do best. Really hope he's okay. Recovering from major surgery is a mental and physical battle. Hope his wife is okay, too. So stressful for them together in different ways.

[@itsgonnabeanaurfromme]

​@@andromedaspark2241doctors do very well with chronic disease. If the medicines are available and the people stop smoking, vaping, drinking, and eating themselves to death.

[@GeneFraxby]

I only know 3 people who have had the same surgery. They're all still around. Best wishes M8

[@Arcademan09]

I'm so sorry man, I hope it goes well for you and don't be afraid to take a break

[@Dowoge]

That makes us twins, Austin! Until I was 2 1/2 I had 4 open heart surgeries, and I’m going in for a 5th on July 18th. It’s gonna be the final one in my life, and I wish you luck!! ❤️‍🩹

[@coystrothers9509]

Hey Austin, I had open heart surgery back in 2019. I too has an aortic valve and root replacement. I was 19. So I totally get where you’re coming from. Now that it’s been a few years it’s good to remember that life goes on. Thank you for your explaining how heart surgery works because now I have something to show friends and family when I go back for my second surgery in a few years! I too shall become iron man.

[@SuperFlashDriver]

Despite that you're getting open heart surgery, and wishing you the best of luck. I am ONE of the people that tends to feel squamish or lightheaded when ti comes to describing the operations like this, and seeing visuals doesn't help me calm down. I would rather not be told what happens in surgery rather than be told what happens (Sorry, medical hospital stuff is something that I've bee traumatized by at the age of 3/4 years old back in 1998/1999 and was taken to the emergency room a few times in my early life for dental reasons. 1999 would occur when I had one of the forehead spots bleed open so hard that the doctors had to stitch up one part of my forehead and was kept in a hospital for 5 days straight, so as you can imagine there is a reason I don't like to stick around in hospitals for too long, because I feel like I'm about to pass out or my anxiety builds up to a certain point that I feel too warm and my body feels tense. Not to mention my brain and body starts to feel fear due to doing bloodwork that caused me to pass out in December 2014)...So yeah, hospital/medical stuff is my least favorite to focus on because it increases my anxiety, and seeing organs, veins, and testenes does not help me calm down one bit. I may chuckle a bit but that's to help me avoid passing out or feeling internal fear. In terms of this channel, while I only discovered it this year in June 2024, I wish you the best of luck and take at least a month or two off from working on videos, and rather, you can watch other videos or listen to music instead. But the cons after getting a heart value or some other tool, and seeing "Skin Rashes" and "Nose Bleeds" as what could happen with the blood and such, and considering rashes bother the heck out of me.....Yeeaaahhh that's not going to be fun At All.

[@rbad6215]

My mum suffered a triple aortic dissection and a resulting stroke and required open heart surgery to 'fix' it. I'm happy they caught it for you preventatively and we all wish you the best of luck with both the surgery and recovery.

[@chadstondangerfeld6749]

I WAS BORN WITH AORTIC STENOSIS! I got me a mechanical valve, ticks like a clock, OHS fucks you up. I was in hospital for 8 days, then in constant pain for 4 months. Fun stuff, did get to make a wish tho, i was 16 at the time.

[@DruTubeyt]

I’ve been watching you for the better part of the last 10 years and I hope everything goes well

[@HeinzizBaKeD]

I went through a similar operation back in 2003 when I was 14/15 years old. Make sure that they insert the correct size catheter whilst you're still under anesthesia .... They put a size too small inside me, and then they had to insert a LARGER one whilst I was fully awake and aware. Not fun at all.

[@gregheffley4830]

I’ll be praying for you Austin

[@taangpeifong5334]

May God Almighty bless you and protect you during this procedure. Don't forget to Trust in the Lord Jesus Christ the Savior.

[@TheInvisibleCactusYT]

Best of luck to you and your surgery. We are all behind you wishing you a speedy recovery!

[@NiallMor]

Thanks for letting us know about your upcoming medical challenges, Austin.A lot of people will be wishing you well, and, if you have no objections, praying for you. I’ve really enjoyed your quirky, oddball videos, especially those having to do with the Superzeroes universe. I hope everything goes well for you and that you’ll be around to make more quirky, oddball content for a long time to come. Take care, man. Wishing you all the best.

[@dankorother3112]

it's insanely comforting to see you, a person I've respected for like years now, go at this in such a rational manner. just you talking about the surgery made my skin crawl, I can't imagine talking about it if I had to undergo it. best of luck to you and am looking forward to hearing frkm cyborg you.

[@sneakydinosaur1584]

Praying for the surgery and your recovery Austin

[@ichabodnoodle9595]

Good luck, man. Take care. Hope you recover quickly & well.

[@geroldy4546]

I remember watching your Hearthstone video and your GoPro video when they came out. I literally grew up watching your videos man. You’re a fun, educational, eccentric KZbinr who I’m proud to be a fan of. I’ll soon be having a septoplasty surgery to fix my deviated septum. It’s a far less risky surgery than yours, but I can understand the worry that you may be feeling. No matter what, you’re our hero always. We love you Austin!

[@vivifxam]

Been watching this channel ever since I stumbled upon the cinematic universe you've started and immediately became a subscriber. I'm usually a silent lurker, just watching videos here and there but I gotta say this channel has become one of my favorites! I wish you the best, goodluck, Austin!

[@Huddie400]

Watching this 4 days after you posted this. I came here to see your take on Andy Griffith in A Face in the Crowd. It was a wonderful video. Sure hope you’ve come through your surgery with flying colors. I’ll be watching for word of your recovery. Best of luck ❤

[@itzhen7032]

Mo mother has this, and underwent the heart surgery in 2018, shes fine now, and you'll be to, you got this Austin!

[@bkr1895]

6:39 I can relate to this. I sometimes think about how if I was born 150 years ago or so I would’ve never lived to see my 18th birthday because I had appendicitis when I was 16. I literally owe my life to modern medicine. It’s amazing what medicine can do nowadays.

[@sevendeadlysquids404]

Never have I felt a KZbinr who seems so passionate about what they do. You have a video you want to make and you make it. Never know what to expect from you besides quality and passion when a new video of yours comes out. I wish nothing but the best for you, Austin. Stay awesome.

[@domeatown]

Good luck, man. I noticed a lot of people have more severe heart conditions after COVID. Seems to be younger and younger folks, so you're in good company (tragically) of people who have done the same that I know, and they are doing well. I expect you will, too. Good news is after that you should be good for til the dementia sets in, probably!

[@timtammmtum]

Sending you prayers and good thoughts/vibes for your surgery! My grandfather had open heart surgery about 10 years ago and is still doing really great :) wishing you all the best of luck in recovery!

[@yazmins5777]

Hope you’re doing well! I’ve had two open heart surgeries first similar issues with my aortic valve and some holes I had been born with. I was a baby when this happened so I obviously don’t remember what that experience is like but here I am 19 years later no complications since and no other surgeries needed although I was told growing up in my teen years I’d probably need surgery but so far nothing has happened( I do have to see a cardiologist every two years for the rest of my life to make sure it stays that way) and I’m completely healthy! Hope all goes well :) ❤

[@nabrzhunter]

Best of luck Austin. I’ll be holding my breath. I’m so glad this is finally getting addressed, and I hope it goes absolutely without a hitch. We’ll be here when you return. Here’s a fun fact for you: my dad had open heart surgery in 1991 and lived until 2019, raising 8 more kids. In the end, even his ultimate demise was unrelated. The sound of his steel (suppose that’s what they used back then) heart valve was a most comforting sound to me throughout my childhood, and it was like a superpower for me - I hear steel heart valves at a distance to this day.

[@uselessDM]

I'm sorry, but all I could think about during your description of the procedure was the Simpsons bit where Homer gets open heart surgery. Hope it all goes well for you.

[@sirpsychosussy]

Good luck to you, Austin. I'll be praying for you.

[@stonykark]

The people, and systems, that keep you alive during this kind of surgery are extremely effective, highly trained/tested, and they do this kind of thing every single day. None of that info would help my anxiety, but it may help yours. Wishing you a speedy recovery!

[@lunathedungeonmaster4720]

Here's to procedure without incident, and to a speedy recovery. Rooting for you.

[@dan__stuff]

I am from the future and i have seen all of is subsequent videos. For your information, he died 17,432 times during open heart surgery, but they played caramelldansen each time and he magically came back alive. He has since recovered and is now in prison for eating someone's nissan versa

[@quack9pm]

Me and my mom been waiting for this update we want you to do well

[@RogerOThornhill]

I know we can't say thoughts and prayers anymore but... whatever we're allowed to say, that's what I'm sending for you now, our friend.

[@coolberry3928]

Good luck Austin! Praying for you❤❤❤❤

[@tessiepinkman]

Best of luck! I don't know what to say, but it feels weird not to write anything when you and this channel is the one channel I've been following for the longest time out of every KZbin channel I'm following, and you have been my go to when I need to feel better. I *really* hope everything goes great. Much love from me, a Swede in Norway :)

[@quantuminfinity4260]

Hoping you have a speedy and easy recovery! Take your time and heal well!

[@uniquedisplayname6051]

My 72 year old grandmother had a quadruple heart bypass surgery and came out just fine. You'll be OK bro, no worries. See you on the other side.

[@dinoplayz3779]

Hi! I was born with Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome, I'm 20 years old now and have been on blood thinning medication ever since I was born. I wish you the best of luck with your surgery and a speedy recovery!

[@Dyl_Apple]

I was just watching a video last night for the first time in a while and I was thinking “I wonder how he’s been doing” then I woke up to this video, what are the chances of that happening? Anyways, I’m rooting for you, not that you’ll need it.

[@TheMagicCuber]

We definitely appreciate the update, and wish you a speedy recovery

[@k89theposter]

Take your time and rest dude. You only get one body - don't be silly and fuck it up recovery because you have things to do. Rest and recover. The world will still be there.

[@Enzombie]

Having just watched this 4 days later, hope everything has gone well. And hope you have a speedy recovery my dude, love from Argentina

[@punk2pasture]

Hey man, I hope you are doing well? I had open heart surgery twice before I was 35 and the biggest piece of advice I can give you is invest in a good stuffed animal. You are going to want something to hug every time you cough or laugh. You are going to want something soft yet firm not too hard. Not to be too gross but bring it with you to the bathroom...trust me on this one. Get well soon

[@wihatmi5510]

I had exactly the same operation in 2017 at the age of 28. I also have an artificial aortic valve and am now taking blood thinners. The length of the recovery process varies, but you will get through this time. Don't let it get you down. At Christmas it will only be a memory. I wish you a lot of strength. You can do it. I am thinking of you. And you are not alone.

[@johngingras]

I love your work and your attitude. Keeping you in my thoughts as you go through this. We're all wishing you well.

[@anthonyt219]

It is frustrating that he will have to deal with long term side effects of the operation because of blood thinning. It seems like there is a downside to everything when it comes to medical stuff.

[@Proxinem]

Being on blood thinners with side effects is far better than having a leaky heart valve though.

[@detectivesunshine1760]

You’re getting through this, thank goodness we live in an age of great medical science. Love you, Austin!

[@theidiot412]

We’re all with you man, we hope for your health and your family’s as well.

[@queenluci6664]

My dad is recovering from a less invasive surgery for a similar problem. They were able to fix his valve, luckily

[@SalmonRacer]

I hope you get better soon ❤

[@JosRocks410]

hope all goes welll! I'm a stranger who knows nothing about surguries but it sounds scary! hope it goes well 4 you

[@RozaneBeyMcCurdy]

Praying for a smooth and speedy recovery for you, Austin!

[@therealsnaily]

God darn it, Squarespace just won't sponsor even in the most anticlimactic ways.

[@lamechannelboring4008]

That sounds very tough I hope everything goes well.

[@kireei5771]

Good luck, best wishes man

[@genevievejennings4213]

I'm praying for you dude. I appreciate all that you have done for your viewers and hope you have a restful and speedy recovery.

[@tylermoss8851]

As someone who's had open heart surgery, you'll be fine. The scar is pretty wild tho.

[@MCisAwesome95]

Godspeed soldier, wish you nothing but the best. Hope you have a speedy recovery

[@bottyhammer]

Best wishes - we will see you soon! Edit: promise us that you'll say " What year is this?!?!" when you wake up 😀

[@jmacku35]

What’s the alternative? Closed heart surgery?

[@MikeMD47]

It's called a TAVR. It's a valve delivered through an artery in the groin, up the aorta, and deployed into the old aortic valve. They don't last as long yet, so they don't typically use them on someone young like Austin. It sounds like he also needs an aortic root replacement, so it wouldn't be a good option for him for that either.

[@insidejoke3223]

I'll watch the new uploads and a bunch of older ones while you recover, they bring me such joy!

[@ivanhunter6492]

I hope you pull through

[@Brambrew]

So basically what you're saying is, sleepy time then boom wakey time. Not scary at all!

[@damonguzman]

Aortic regurgitation with leaflet prolapse. My father had this. Open heart surgery at 25, passed at 44. Good luck, Austin.