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Pacemaker & ICDs: Introduce Yourself & Meet Others
Pacemaker & ICDs | Last Active: Aug 11 1:29pm | Replies (234)Comment receiving replies
Hi, I'm Jerry. I am currently pre-op. My main concern is measuring what the direct benefit will be for me. Is it
worth the time and disruption to have the thing implanted? Some have commented that they have derived
little to negative benefit from the implantation. My neurologist has identified two (2) areas of infarct in the past
two years. I certainly want to avoid any more instances of that sort. But, when I ask if the implant can prevent
another occurrence, she becomes circumspect. So, I don't have a lot of confidence in the device. It seems to me
that the benefit accrues to the researchers, as much, (or more), than the patient. Please relay your comments
positive or negative.
Replies to "Hi, I'm Jerry. I am currently pre-op. My main concern is measuring what the direct benefit..."
@erryj10 Hello again, Jerry!! Here are the links to information I hope you will find helpful. https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/pacemaker/about/pac-20384689 and https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/implantable-cardioverter-defibrillators/multimedia/implantable-cardioverter-defibrillator-icd/img-20007914. Your statement "Some have commented that they have derived
little to negative benefit from the implantation" generates my question - how do they know that? Many of us have an electrophysiologist working with us and overseeing our devices. Does your neurologist monitoring your infarct areas work with an electrophysiologist?
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@erryj10 Hello Jerry! Yes, this is a new device for you and you are asking great questions. In my opinion, it's worth it if it saves your life! Yet, we have no crystal balls to predict if we will be in that group. As you think about this, do search in your browser: Mayo Clinic ICD and Mayo Clinic Pacemaker. That hopefully will generate questions to ask and help you decide. Buddy, my ICD and I have been an item for over 3 years. No shocks, much pacing. Are you treated at a COE? What prompted your doctor to suggest a device?