subdermal to sub pectoral placement

I am 20 years old and was born with a congenital heart block... I am getting my pacemaker battery changed out next week and they're switching it from subdermal placement to subpectoral and was just wondering if anyone has experience with this/could tell me some positives about it. I'm nervous and excited at the same time, but looking for a way to keep my spirits up.

Thanks!

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Sub pec

by TBrous&Chip - 2017-06-22 23:08:12

There are many articles on the internet about sub pec placement.  The articles I read through were positive about sub pec.  Seems to be a good idea especially for the athletic young folks.

Hope the procedure goes well for you.

out of the way

by Tracey_E - 2017-06-23 17:49:10

I've had submammary and subpec, love it! You will probably be sore while it heals but once it heals it's great because it never gets in the way. 

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