Crt-d

[workinternet]

Hi has anybody had a 3 lead crt-d implanted and what was the operation like? Thank you in advance x

[sherwood123]

I found it straight forward, local injection around area. You do feel it being pushed into place, but no pain,I had a 4 lead CRT-d, it didn’t take long to fit the device and heeled quickly, I had stitches but some use glue to close the area. Compared to my bypass, it was like having an haircut, you will be fine there’s nothing to worry about. Regards Stephen

[workinternet in reply to sherwood123]

Thank you so much steven very grateful for your reasuring reply, bit of an anxious time for hubby at moment and youve helped lots thank you and much appreciated xx

[RufusScamp]

I had a three lead device fitted about a year ago. It took a couple of hours under local anaesthetic, but was quite painless. I was kept in overnight for an x-ray and setting-up procedure next morning. The site was a bit sore for a couple of days, but a few paracetamol were sufficient. You will probably get a remote monitor, which reads your device every few months.You have to be careful about lifting your arm for a few days, so think about what clothes you take. You can't drive for a week, and must notify the DVLA. I also told my car insurance people.

[workinternet in reply to RufusScamp]

Rufus thank you so much for the reply hubby is obviously anxious and i am too, and so reading what you have put has helped understand more thank you very much x

[RufusScamp in reply to workinternet]

Hope it goes well. In my opinion, it's less unpleasant than a session at the dentists. (My next bugbear). If you are nervous, they might offer you a sedative. I found it helped.

[workinternet in reply to RufusScamp]

Thank you rufus i think he will be asking for the sedative most helpful take care x

[sherwood123]

Just another point, I had the device fitted, then went to cardiology ward for a hour or so ,checked out ok, then went home, no overnight stay. Regards

[workinternet in reply to sherwood123]

Thank you for the great advice..this if a really good forum x