Open heart surgery

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volger

volger

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8am tomorrow scheduled for me. Pretty scared about this and wanted to get others opinions on this. I'm 54 years old and the surgeon said I could get another 20 years with the procedure.

I had a heart attack on 16 Oct. Had the catheter procedure a couple days later. They couldn't do a stint job as the blockage was too great.

I opted to move back to Mo for the procedure and aftercare as my wife couldn't logistically deal with it at home. I have heard and read nothing but positive reviews from the surgeon.

Anyone else have this done, and what was your aftercare experience?

TIA
 
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Same here Volger. I don't have much knowledge on the subject, but I do know it's amazing what can be done today in terms of medical procedures. A good friend of mine had one of the valves from her heart operated on and was in and out in 3 days.

You didn't ask for prayers, but I hope you won't mind if I include you in my prayers tonight.
 
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Thanks for the prayers. No I didn't ask but appreciate them. They said I would be in the hospital for 5 days, then a week at home before cardiac rehab. I need to hit the sack now. 6am showtime is too early for me. Feel free to add to the topic. I doubt I feel like responding for a while, but I appreciate reading any news on what to expect after surgery.

Thanks again VN.
 
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Prayers for you buddy! I had a heart attack back in January. They were able to treat me with a stint. My best advice would be to listen to your cardioligist. They will give you good advice on diet and exercise. If you follow it you should be able to lead a fairly healthy life for years to come.
 
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My grandfather had open heart surgery and all went well. He proceeded to live the rest of a long happy life ultimately passing from complications due to Alzheimer's, non-heart related. They have come a long way with technology and procedures over the years. You'll be better than ever.
 
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Good luck and cheers to the next 20+ years. Thank God for modern medicine
 
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My dad had a quadruple by-pass a little over 20 years ago, and is thankfully still with us. I have to imagine technology has made quite a few steps forward since then. Best wishes.
 
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No medical advice but my PRAYERs are with you . Family and friends are so important at times like this.
 
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I can't answer your question but I will pray the surgery and your recovery goes well.
 
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volger said:
8am tomorrow scheduled for me. Pretty scared about this and wanted to get others opinions on this. I'm 54 years old and the surgeon said I could get another 20 years with the procedure.

I had a heart attack on 16 Oct. Had the catheter procedure a couple days later. They couldn't do a stint job as the blockage was too great.

I opted to move back to Mo for the procedure and aftercare as my wife couldn't logistically deal with it at home. I have heard and read nothing but positive reviews from the surgeon.

Anyone else have this done, and what was your aftercare experience?

TIA
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I haven't had it done, but have friends and family who have and they are doing well. Go with God, brother, will be praying for your speedy recovery.
 
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I'm involved with at least one a week. Sounds like you are in good hands. Praying for you and your family
 
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Volger, I know 2 people that have had open heart surgery in the last 5 years. Both are doing great and so will you. We'll be thinking about you and your family.
 
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Weezer said:
My dad had a quadruple by-pass a little over 20 years ago, and is thankfully still with us. I have to imagine technology has made quite a few steps forward since then. Best wishes.
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My Dad had quintuple bypass surgery in 1979 and three more in 1993. Passed away from other causes in 2012 at the age of 93.
 
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Take care man. Speedy recovery. You have good posts and I plan on being here another 20 years to read them.
 
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