Implantable permanent pacemaker procedure report
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Thank you so much. You would think that one of the Dctrs along the way would explain all of this to me. I have done really well so far and I had a stroke the year after all the cardiac arrests. My kidneys are working normal again, thank heaven and I have 95% of my lungs back. I will ask what they set my pacer at and go from there. I felt that the Dctrs should have explained more about what to expect, but they are always surprised that I lived and don't go much farther than that.
Had my pacemaker/defibrillator replaced a week ago. Doc had trouble threading leads into heart. I was under these cameras, which I believe are the same for heart cath, for 4.5 hours. Can this much radiation all at once be dangerous? I have been nauseated and dragging since procedure.
t know where you are located, but they are one of the best centers in the Midwest, and one report I read said in the world. The AV node ablation with pacemaker is a possibility also, and some people are in permanent afib. See Jerry_NJ's posts for information on that. I would definitely look further for help. Exercise has helped me stay healthier and resulted in fewer episodes. I can go into afib after a cold drink or a large meal, also stress can bring on an episode.
. Wore 14 day monitor 3 events. EP sd 2nd EV block Pacemaker, then changed to rewear device, then to implantable recorder.
Ok, I know the cardiologist says its ok, he's done hundreds and the pacemaker rep will be there and they will turn off the pacemaker and then turn it back on later, but I am still soooooo nervous. They are only going to do a 1.5 with contrast.......
Should I relax? I've scanned the internet and so many articles are so old or contradict others
Anyone have this done yet?
This device looks like a pacemaker and is implanted at the same position as a pacemaker. One of the possible functions of the ICD is antitachycardia pacing.
It is an expensive device. You should discuss with your cardiologist if you would benefit from such a device or that perhaps other treatment options that you have not yet considered might be more beneficial.
t recall anyone who said they had problems other that a sore spot on the chest, but almost all people with pacemaker insertions report greater energy and a better quality of life. I also have a pacemaker, and am feeling great. I would proceed with great confidence and pass that on to your Grandmother. She will sail through this and feel much better, and she will undoubtedly get through the procedure better with your support.
I have had my implantable heart monitor for just over 2 months. It has recorded 1 heart pause that was just over 3 seconds, I guess my question is can this be a one time thing? Everything I have read says if it is 3 seconds or longer it is pathalogical.
If by pass is not possible, or there is ventricular tachycardia or fibrillation and the LVF is poor then defibrillator increases the chance of survival. An implantable cardiac debrillator (ICD) helps improve the heart function when ejection fraction is less than 35%. Go with your cardiologist. It is difficult to comment about cardiac conditions based on just discussion on net. In the end you will have to go by what the cardiologist says.
I had a pacemaker inserted back in December.I now am not certain that this was the right decision my question is will the pacemaker cause other problems to my heart?
I can feel your pain with the undiagnosed rhythms. It happened to me many times. When I showed my holter report to Cardiologist 1, he said the "Pause" was artifact. I showed the same report to Cardiologist 2, he said didn't make sense. I showed it to the Cardiologist 3, he said it was very clear as it's a "Pause". He wrote a letter to my EP and complaint... why the pacer didn't catch it and pace?
Dear nsomerfield,
It is likely that your training would not interfere with your prior procedure; however, I would recommend that you double check with your eyeMD. You do not mention the exact surgery you had performed.
Dr. Feldman
Sandy T. Feldman, M.D., M.S.
* If you have any in situ medical devices, list those (implantable loop recorder, pacemaker, gastric pacemaker, vagus nerve stimulator, implantable cardioverter-defibrillator, etc.)
If anyone would like to have input on what information might be good to carry with you in your purse/wallet, let me know and I can start a thread describing what I carry as a starting point to give people ideas.
Best,
-Heiferly.
ability to eat without getting out of breath or getting sweaty, or to exercise/keep up with other peers once he is older). Pacemaker placement is an invasive procedure, and as such, though they are easy to place and able to function for a fair period of time, are typically delayed until there is some aspect of deterioration listed above.
If the cells are damaged, then there is always the option of a pacemaker. This will ensure the signal goes to the right chamber the same time as the left.
I had a pacemaker implanted 8 weeks ago; I was pleased on how I felt after the procedure. I was climbing 3 flights every day after walking from the parking lot to the building. Last week I underwent an av node ablation as the final procedure to correct my arrhythmia. Since, I started to retain fluids and, consequently, my physical activities diminished considerably. Went to the doctor for the fatigue and breathless issues and I was put on Lasix 40mg/day.
His cardiologist had previously stated he was a poor risk for ablation and would insert a pacemaker instead, although he also has let him remain in AFib for 2 + years! I'm an ER nurse and don't understand the rationale behind that and would like to know which procedure would be more appropriate or if there are any other options. Thank you Ann C.
If he set to permanent pace at ventricle then you might be unable to feel one. But it is the stupid setting (permanent pace at ventricle) for a non pacemaker dependent. Normally they set at mode switching (sense and pace) so they also know/recording the heart events base on the switches. I can feel few beats (I'm not sure was V-tach or V-fib) came because my pacer picks up 2 beats late. It was told by the technician.
If pain relief is 50% or more then the permanent procedure is carried out. Patients can keep the stimulator in off mode for varying periods of time and can lead a normal life.
Since it is an invasive procedure, there is risk of bleeding, infection, and puncture of dura. The leads can get disconnected and would need another procedure to fix them.
If you are on SCS, you will have to avoid procedures like pacemakers, MRI, diathermy, and repeated ultrasounds. Do discuss this with your doctor.
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