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[Vonnieruth]

Though I'm not in need of one as of yet I read this in paper this morning

[P0rtnahapp1e]

Well spotted Vonnieruth , this is something which is of great interest to me as I need a pacemaker but, because I have had endocarditis in the past I’m more likely to suffer from infection again. This would attack the weakest areas of my heart which would be where the leads are inserted from the pacemaker. According to my EP, this wouldn’t be such a problem in the first weeks after connection, but after that it would be impossible to remove leads which were imbedded by scar tissue after an infection, which means, in effect, that my lifespan would be that of the pacemaker as it can’t be changed.

Wireless sounds like the way to go!!

[Vonnieruth in reply to P0rtnahapp1e]

Well fingers crossed in the near future these will be in use x

[kefalonia1 in reply to P0rtnahapp1e]

Hi, l had severe sepsis, severe endocarditis and now have a AVR. They put a pacemaker under my left ribs in my tummy with the wires leading up to my heart. lt is great and doesn't interfere with clothing or show a lump under the skin l don't even know its there! The official name is "Epicardial implantation" it might be worth inquiring. My Consultant decided it was the best one to avoid reoccurring infections. Hope l have helped, take care, Sue.

[kefalonia1 in reply to P0rtnahapp1e]

PS, further to my previous post. l am now 17 months post pacemaker, no infections no problems at all (touch wood) x

[MichaelJH Heart Star]

As I have mentioned previously when I am working (have only done a few hours so far since bypass) I work with sensors in the medical arena. Currently they are hard-wired but the next generation will be wireless. Potentially they are more prone to interference. Obviously as well they have to satisfy all the ISO standards for medical devices.

[Vonnieruth in reply to MichaelJH]

Just thought it interesting reading I'm not in need of one so usually message AF part Can I ask what does heart star. Mean by your name Thanks

[MichaelJH Heart Star in reply to Vonnieruth]

Hello Vonnieruth, I was diagnosed with severe CHD last year and underwent a quadruple bypass last month. After being a forum member for some months i was invited to become a Heart Star. Although not medically qualified i have a strong scientific background and interest in medical matters. The link below describes Heart Stars:-

healthunlocked.com/bhf/post...

[Vonnieruth in reply to MichaelJH]

Thank you

[Zena166]

Hi Vonnieruth thanks for posting this and the other article. I found them both fascinating. I worked in clinical research prior to taking early retirement so like catching up on new information. Thanks Zena

[Vonnieruth]

Your welcome The daily mail puts some good info There's one about inserting capsules with gas in for heart attacks but wasn't readable in pic

[gal4God]

I have a small Pacemaker wiv a wire and have no problems.

[Vonnieruth]

It's to show advancement I think really It was in daily paper

[AliceAnnie]

That is interesting Vonnieruth. I had my pacemaker implanted six weeks ago and wireless would have been much easier! Instead of the slim one intended I was given a larger one which is still uncomfortable but am sure it will settle. Unfortunately my lung collapsed during the procedure as it was scratched while the wires were inserted. Hopefully, by the time I need my next one wireless will be an option. Not that I'm complaining as I feel so much better!!

[Vonnieruth in reply to AliceAnnie]

So glad your feeling better That's the main thing

[AliceAnnie in reply to Vonnieruth]

Thank you, it's a relief that it has made so much difference.