Hello! Yesterday morning I had a pacemaker implanted. Te device is Biotronik Evia SR-T. Does anyone else have this device? How is it working for you?

I dont have any pain unless I move then it's intense pressure and soreness not what I would call pain. My pacer was set to 70 beats a minute and I noticed that even though my heart rate was in the high 70's and low 80's it was pacing. I also notices that my heart rate was in the low 60's and high 50's when resting. After speaking to the dr about this he sent someone to interrogate my pacer and found out that the sensitivity was set too high and my pacin rate was only 60 and not 70. The tech reprogrammed my pacer and I'm feeling much better.

 

Hi all just had a PM put in me last Monday. Long story short, went in for an ablation, primary doc told me afterwards all was good home next day. Middle of night awakened on multiple occasions with bright lights due to the other person in the room. Hence my body was flooded with adrenaline. (Ret Service) Told next day I had too low of a heart rate to go home held over till Monday. HR was 39 to 40 while sleeping, NORMAL for me. NO dizziness, no fainting, no trouble breathing. I do good cardio workout 3 to 4 times weekly. No blockage. Bad sleep for three nights due to roommate being a night person up all night. Made decision if my doc recommended it I would get the PM. New doc shows up Monday. I am tired and wore out from an unplanned extend...

 

Hi all, I am writing for my Mother who received her pace maker on Thanksgiving day 2011. We went back in today and they said lower lead is out...ugghhhh. She is to have it done again on Tuesday 2/7. I am so scared about what will happen again!!! They perferated her heart last time (which they tell me is rare). Anyone had this? What should I expect for her ect...Also, on top of everything she has dementia so I have to really try to understand how things are for her....any help would be appreciated. Thank you

 

Had my pacemaker inserted on November 19th, 2011, but when I went for my 2 week check my atrial lead was "dropping some data" and had some noise. They took an x-ray and everything was in place, so they told me everything was fine. On Jan 19th, I went in to my cardiologist so the Medtronic rep could check out my PM, but the rep noticed the same issues and determined the lead was fractured. It's a St. Jude's lead, and my cardiologist had never seen them fracture before. So they scheduled a revision.

Under the knife this past Thursday, it turns out that the lead just wasn't making contact all the time with the actual PM. They cleaned it and retightened it and now I'm back out and at work.

My doc had never seen this...

 

Hi everyone,
So... I've said from the start that I 'stiill wasn't right'. After my fainting spell, I was sent to a specialist. HE will be operating this a.m. Something to do with the right side of tthe heart. He called the namme of the procedure, but didn't go into much detail. Not sure what he'll do, but hope it stops this almost constant quiver.

Anyone know what's goingbon? Enlighten me, thanks!

 

It's been 6 weeks since my pm was implanted. This past Sunday I got out in the barn did some moving , organizing and lifting. 1st time I've used my left arm in 6 weeks. Tonight I am having some pain that hurts when I cough , move and take deep breathes. I'm thinking it's the muscle under my pm that hasn't been used and is just sore ... My vitals are 121/61 and 61. Anyone else experience this ? The scar has healed up nice ! I can feel the pm under my skin .... Feel weed still ....

 

Hello. I am a 23 year old female who has had a rough few years. I have inappropriate sinus tachycardia. I've have four EP studies that equalled two ablations on extra pathways and this last one Jan 4th 2012 I had a sinus node modification. The day after I was released I was rushed back to the ER with my heart rate in the 20-30's. Stayed a week in hospital to see if my heart rate a rhythm would correct itself. I was released since my heart rate was holding steady in the 60's. Dr decided that we would wait to see what happened before deciding on a pacemaker. Since being released I have had spells of heart rate being in the 40's and other times in the 110's. I visited my EP last Tuesday and found out that I need a pacemaker. 

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Hello. I have inappropriate sinus tachycardia. I've have four EP studies that equalled two ablations on extra pathways and this last one Jan 4th 2012 I had a sinus node modification. The day after I was released I was rushed back to the ER with my heart rate in the 20-30's. Stayed a week in hospital to decide of I needed a pacemaker. Since being released I have had spells of heart rate being in the 40's and other times in the 110's.

Sorry to write so much, just nervous. Not of the pacemaker but keeping it in place with my chest. Guess I should say I'm a 23 yo female.

 

hi,my hubby's 32 years old and his got a 95% blockage in his aorta from birth.we only found out 6 months ago.my doctor sugests surgery.how do we prepare for this operation?he is asteamatic and his lungs functions only 40%.we've heard that post surgery that there is chances of clots forming in the lungs is this true?how can we prevent this?please help

 

Hi I'm going to have a pacemaker put in and heart cath on Monday. What I'm wondering is will I be able to walk my dog when I come home Tuesday? She has to be leashed and pulls so I'm a little concerned and wonder if I need to get help for her. Also in general how long has it been until you were able to drive etc. Thanks for the help. I guess all of a sudden I'm nervous.

 

Just a word of advice to women. Get yourself a strapless bra pre-op preferably one that is front fastening. The straps rub on the wound and induce more scarring and redness. It is also impossible to fasten bras for a couple of days as you need to be careful with the attachment of the wires

 

Hi, I discovered this site and joined on 1/26/12. I am having pacemaker replacement surgery on 2/21. I was told it will be outpatient, I will be in the hospital a few hours and I can go home. The last time I had my pacemaker replaced, which was 1/04, I was in hospital six hours. I forgot, how soon can I get back to my normal activities, such as driving? I live alone & shop for food, go to a laundromat, and so on, but I know I have to be careful for some time. Just want to sort things out before this third surgery. My original pacemaker implantation was Sept. 1991. I am pleased to have found this site and I hope to receive some feedback and perhaps make new friends. I'm 64 and young at heart, no pun intended. My daughter lives 2,...

 

I'm writing this from my hospital bed. Yesterday, I received my Biotronik Evia pacemaker to treat my vasovagal syncope. My left arm is in a sling, and the bruise forming on top of my pacemaker is starting to hurt. The surgery took 30-45 minutes. I was semi- conscious during the operation and did feel it being inserted. It hurt a little but was tolerable.

I'm looking forward to going home today. The Biotronik rep was in the operating room with me, and, it turns out he lives less than a mile away. I have a new friend.

 

HI.........Had my PM implanted Jan. 11th------no problems at all, wouldn't even know it's there. Appt. with surgeon tomorrow to get discharged from his care and get transferred to cardio Dr. Want to know when I can get back to playing golf.......better be pretty soon !!!!!!! Getting antsy.......
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I had a pace maker upgrade on Thursday and last night (Saturday) I had a nightmare and jumped out of bed. I am nervous in my sudden movement I may have moved the third lead that was added?? I don’t feel different but to be honest I haven’t felt that different after the procedure so I am not sure if I would really notice. Does any one know what the chances are of the lead moving?

 

It seems the EP is going to give me a choice do I want my pacemaker implanted under my skin or muscle?

I am not vain. I don't care if it shows even thru my clothes, I think so anyway......

So please help me with some stories to back up whatever decision I make.

1. I feel it will be a longer recovery if I have it under muscle. Am I correct?

2. Changing the battery in 10 years (I am 62) may be more difficult if the pacemaker is under muscle? Am I correct?

Anything else I should ask? Please tell me your experiences.

I appreciate any responses. This is my first pacemaker.

Peg

 

Hey. This will be my first one I am getting. I am 19 years old. My mom has one to. I am just wondering what to expect. There talking about putting it under my muscle. So the incision will be on the side. Anyone have one of these? What will I feel like after?

 

Hi there,

I just got an ICD/PM installed last week. submuscular. So far, so good. My presyncopal bradyarrythmia seems to be cured. I was wondering about a couple of things, however: how long will my collarbone feel like there is a parrot standing on it and is it normal to occasionally hear and feel little popping sounds coming from the chest area after the implantation? There's no pain or SOB but it's just plain weird!

Love this site by the way.

 

i cant remember the last time i posted a comment because i have finally had my surgery. i had a brand new pacer put in on december 13th, with NO insurance!! my precious family doctor pulled some strings with the local hospital here and i had my implant free! so, there are still great caring people around. talk about refreshing! so, dr. clardy, you are my angel!! i have recovered fully, and am feeling wonderful, better than i have in years. i had a boston scientific pacer put in, whom i had never heard of, but it turns out they've been around since the year i was born...1978. so, to all who dont have insurance, you might consider talking to either your family doctor or your local hospitals, and you might find the answers you need. it w...

 

My 17 year old daughter will be getting her first pacemaker in Feb. She has asked me to buy her creams to help any scars that she will receive, fade. I do not know of any. Are creams available, and if so do they work and will they be ok to use? Any advice will be greatly appreciated. Thank you