Cardio update

[captorquewrench]

Appointment today was pretty good...imaging looks good...he agrees with ER diagnosis...he says an ablation procedure is necessary and that's done by an electrophysiologist...so we are seeking a second opinion just to be sure before we say, sure, go ahead. My daughter and I both feel that another doctor is going to recommend the procedure but want to make sure it is the only option.

The ablation procedure will burn or freeze out the extra electrical connection on the ventricle--theyw ill map it first to make sure where it is. They go through the leg as in most cardio procedures now.

 

[Florida Guy]

This is right up my alley.
I've had 3 ablations so far.

From what I know, ventricular problems are more difficult to ablate than atrial. I've had VT & VF which were ablated in 1998.
Since then, I've had 2 atrial fib/flutter ablations.
You should know that one procedure may not necessarily fix your problem. You may need a second procedure.

If you have any specific questions, you can PM me if you like.

Good luck on a successful procedure.

 

[captorquewrench]

She's 15. We are not even sure if we are going to have it done.

 

[ditrina]

This is right up my alley.
I've had 3 ablations so far.

From what I know, ventricular problems are more difficult to ablate than atrial. I've had VT & VF which were ablated in 1998.
Since then, I've had 2 atrial fib/flutter ablations.
You should know that one procedure may not necessarily fix your problem. You may need a second procedure.

If you have any specific questions, you can PM me if you like.

Good luck on a successful procedure.

Well that makes TWO of us here..

 

[OK Hog Shooter]

I agree. A second opinion is an absolute necessity. I will continue to lift you both up in prayers.

Blessings,
Hog

 

[ditrina]

Appointment today was pretty good...imaging looks good...he agrees with ER diagnosis...he says an ablation procedure is necessary and that's done by an electrophysiologist...so we are seeking a second opinion just to be sure before we say, sure, go ahead. My daughter and I both feel that another doctor is going to recommend the procedure but want to make sure it is the only option.

The ablation procedure will burn or freeze out the extra electrical connection on the ventricle--they ill map it first to make sure where it is. They go through the leg as in most cardio procedures now.

I had it done after 4 " Jump Starts" could not keep me in rhythm..
That was in 2002.. I have been fine since.. It sounds like you have been given good advice.. but it is never wrong to get a second opinion..

At one point my heart beat had gone to 240 or so,.. I am now always in the 70/80 range..

Good luck and prayers to you and your daughter..

 

[DeathGrip]

Thanks for the update.

Prayers still up.

 

[Stevens]

I will have my 6th cardioversion, in about 8 years, done Thursday morning. 4 times I converted during the chemical process, twice they had to go further and use the shock pads. My problem is it has never stayed right for more than a couple of months.
I have discussed the abaltion and maze processes with my cardiologist and a 2nd opinion from another Dr., both agree that as long as my A-Fib is not hampering my quality of life they don't recommend I try the surgical options. That said I don't have much hope for Thursday's proceedure but the Doc figures we'll give it one more try, we'll see how it goes.
A friend of mine has A-fib it really knocks him back, he has had 2 ablations over 4 years both were effective for about 18 months he is planning another one.
I can tell when I am in A-fib but is really doesn't keep me from any activities, the coumadin and Dr visits are a pain but what else can you do!

Please do get that 2nd opinion, I hate to hear of it in someone so young, I hope she is not too badly affected by it, my prayers are with her, and you.
Steve W

 

[stacy06]

Prayers with you both.

 

[freestonerider]

The ablation worked for my atrial fib. I just got back from my two month follow up. I wish they had this proceedure when my father was still around. The technology is great and low risk. My prayers are with you.

 

[captorquewrench]

New appointment with Dr. Alphabet is next Thursday.

In the meantime she does have a med to keep any more SVT episodes at bay.

 

[mtgianni]

Hoping for the best outcome for her.

 

[Bob R]

I have discussed the abaltion and maze processes with my cardiologist

Tread lightly with the MAZE procedure. The last time they cracked my wife's chest to do a tuneup she also got a MAZE as a side order. Not a very good outcome. She now has a pacemaker because the MAZE knocked out her ability to increase her heart rate, she lives at about 70bpm or so on her own. The pacer had sensors so when her breathing increased of she was moving more than usual it was supposed to kick her up to about 140bpm. Makes it kind of hard to exercise when you pump is in low all the time. Then she had issues with pacer causing runs of tachycardia. So now the pacer is essentially in standby and she gets short of breath quite a bit. Had we known, the MAZE would have never been done.

bob

 

[gunlovingirl]

My prayers will continue.