I just wanted to thank everyone for their kind wishes but first I will mention the kindness we received on our way to the hospital, via public transport, to stay in a hotel in the grounds of St George's Hospital. The reason for this extravagance was to ensure we had a stress free start for my RF ablation due for 07.30 the next morning. However, as we crossed the concourse outside Wimbledon station with our respective wheelies, Carole tripped on some pavement furniture and hit the floor at a frightening rate, face down. What was heartening was the speed at which 5 total strangers rushed to our aid. Fortunately, she managed to break the fall so damage was much lighter than it might have been, but not exactly the stress free start we planned, but heartening nonetheless. Apart from two bruised knees, she is fine.
Well the ablation has been done and the outcome is looking positive. It was a follow up to the Cryoablation I had in June 2016 because of the increasing number of AF episodes since last October. The procedure from start to finish took around 4 hours but because it was carried out under a general anaesthetic, I was not aware of any part of it. On coming to, I naturally felt more than a bit drowsy and I also had the customary sore throat from the TOE but so far, no migraine from the Trans-septal puncture
Unfortunately, recovery from the anaesthetic was not at all pleasant but by the early hours of this morning this began to subside, but I gather it is not always a problem for many. The discharge summary sounded very positive with a review with the EP, yet to be confirmed and at the moment, pulse remains regular at around 60 and no discomfort in the chest area although the groin is naturally tender and the bruising is beginning to show. I'm not aware of any chest pain but there is a mild tenderness. The care I had at St George's was excellent and naturally I hope the initial good signs continue. The only downside was being discharged on a Saturday which meant the discharge summary was explained by a registrar who probably was no present at the procedure however, the review will be with the EP.
It is no secret that personally I favour the ablation route, but it is a big decision to make and so many other options and issues need to be considered with extreme care.
Great update FlapJack, I hope you have a good, relaxing recovery and that Carole’s knees get better soon too. I enjoy watching 24 Hours in A&E so I feel I know St Georges quite well 😃 Good to hear that you received excellent care. This time in 2 weeks I hope to be recovering from my next ablation too.
Hi John, glad that is done and dusted for you and hope your recovery is problem free. I have been wondering how you got on. Keep calm and rest as you know you should. Took me around 2 weeks to feel normal 🤪, so don’t rush things. Poor Carole, hope the knees are ok, I do that all the time and it’s so embarrassing. Keep hydrated and calm. Best wishes
I am sure you could have done without the dramatic fall at Wimbledon and I do hope Carole has recovered. Delighted to hear your ablation seemed to go well, and please keep us updated. Very best wishes.
Flapjack-good news and your posting will certainly help those wanting reassurances that ablations can be met with such resolve instead of wishy-washiness. Well done you! Hope Carole’s knees are healed by now and you are finding some good books to enjoy as you recover.
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Cyclist and Runner with Persistent AF - After much deliberation decided to have an ablation
