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Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) | Last Active: Mar 10 9:47pm | Replies (763)Comment receiving replies
Hi there, My husband had septal myectomy at Mayo in Rochester Dr Schaff was his surgeon. He was diagnosed with HCM at 43 and was 74 when he had the surgery. Despite the ever increasing symptoms was still quite active. Earlier in the year he had a complete heart block and had a pacemaker/ defibrillator implanted, his HCM became obstructive to the point of several episodes of syncope. His cardiologist in San Diego recommended Mayo but we had done lots of research so Rochester it was.
His surgery went well was in hospital for 4 days traveling home 2 days later.
I think he will now acknowledge how sick he was and how amazing he has felt since.
I’m a former nurse so was worried about his recuperation, but he was fine took about 6 weeks to resume normalcy.
One thing I don’t see mentioned on this site is the emotional effect of open heart surgery my husband had several days of depression so be aware and get help for that.
Wishing you all the positive thoughts in the world
Maureen
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Thank you for sharing your story. I'm happy your husband is doing so well. It's encouraging to hear these stories and have the benefit of being able to "look back", hindsight I suppose, and help others who now face what you have already gone through. I have read about how common depression is in recovery, and glad it didn't last long. I suppose it's helpful to know all the things, good and bad, that go along with something so major. Thank you for sharing. I appreciate the information. Best regards