persistent AF

[Peugeot207pwv]

I have never had a GA. As my AF is persistent would my case be different to all this responding on here as theirs is not persustent? Just thinking of any future issues if they occur?

[BobD Volunteer]

As discussed in a previous post, if the need for a GA arose then it would be up to the anaethsetist at the time.

[Grey78]

What do you mean by persistent AF?

[CDreamer in reply to Grey78]

24/7 in AF and don’t self convert to NSR.

[Grey78 in reply to CDreamer]

Maybe add in a period of time?

[Peugeot207pwv in reply to Grey78]

It’s all the time, 24/7.. not in episodes

[ozziebob in reply to Peugeot207pwv]

I'm sensing Grey78 's query related to how long (weeks, months, years?) you have been in 24/7 persistent AF.

[Peugeot207pwv in reply to Peugeot207pwv]

I have been in persistent AF for almost 5 years.

[HollieAdmin Administrator AF Association]

Hello,

Thank you for your post. Are you due to have a procedure?

If you are, a discussion will be provided by your medical team regarding General Anaesthesia as to whether this will be appropriate for you. They will be able to advise you on an individual basis.

If you have any concerns or questions, please do reach out to your doctor/medical team to gain appropriate guidance.

If you are are thinking about General Anaesthesia for any future procedure, the medical team undergoing the procedure will be able to provide the most appropriate guidance and advice at that time.

If you would like any support, advice or further information, please do contact our dedicated Patient Services Team via Patient Helpline or via email, please visit: heartrhythmalliance.org/afa...

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Kind regards,

HollieAdmin

[Omniscient1]

I commented to a Dr friend that I had a general anaesthetic in 2002, so my AF 'must have' started after that else it would have been commented on then had I had it. Response, no, probably not. So, trust in your consultants,make sure you tell them. Even if it's in your records! And assume it will be fine. Best wishes.