Got my new pacer and lead on Thursday!

• by montrealgirl
• 2011-11-05 03:11:28
• Surgery & Recovery
• 1131 views
• 1 comments

Hi to All,

I hope this positive post gives encouragement to those anticipating a new pacemaker or similar procedure.

My pacer tripped 5 days after my last appointment in August, and as I was in the middle of my board exams - my cardiologist and I had agreed to delay my next appointment.

Well, a week ago at that said appointment everyone panicked and next thing I knew I was in the OR.

For some of you who know me, my story has been eventful, stressful and accounted for more than one move on my part.

I can honestly say that everything in my new city of Toronto is going excellent.

I opted to be froze and lightly gassed to be coherent during the procedure - and this was really a great experience. The surgeon is a rockstar of sorts and made everything amazing - words seem meaningless at this point. He answered my questions and explained things which gives you a real insight into what is going on.

I was in and out of there in 1 hour. My previous surgeries have all been 5+ hours...

Not having general anaesthesia was huge. I was up and walking in my room 30 minutes after surgery.

As part of my final project, I developed a pre and post surgery nutrition and exercise plan. I know this has made a huge impact on things so far and will continue to do so.

I encourage everyone to ensure you have the best team around you prior to surgery - if you are not able to have your doctors look you in the eye and communicate to you as an equal - then consider to get another opinion.

I would not wish anyone to go through what I have but at least my journey has taken me to something very positive.

All the best!

Cat.
www.the2ndact.ca