Bi-V medtronic surgery

• by donmellon
• 2018-11-09 16:08:12
• Surgery & Recovery
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On 10/15/18 I had a Bi-ventricular medtronic device implanted in my upper left chest. The docs discovered a left bundle branch block when I was 30 yrs old. Starting at age 45 my block has been managed well with various meds. I am now 84 and my EF had gradually gone down to the low 40's. I have stayed active all my life with bicycling, long walks, skiing and regular gym routine. My cardiologist also has a PHD in electrical engineering... how lucky for me. My experience was very positive. After an extensive evaluation the doctor took an inordinate amount of time explaining exactly what to expect during and after the procedure. Two hours in the OR a night in the hospital and I walked out the next day. Breathing much easier. walking briskly and playing golf. I wish I'd had it done a year ago when the doc first thought it would help me.