Got to the doctor and he says that more then likely this thing is here to stay, "if" it does start to dissipate it would take 2 -6 months for that to happen. His main concern was re-occurrence, so it is off to the Cardiologist today for another echo to see if there is any build up surrounding the mechanical aortic valve, that may be flaking into the veins. so, I wanted to update everyone, and thank you all so much for the calls and prayers. This is the best group of folks I have ever been associated with and I thank God every day for them that have become part of my life. pappy