Hubby had his bypass

[Castleview]

Hubby is out of surgery after his quadruple bypass. They said it went well. He's on a ventilator obviously, and they're going to wake him up in an hour or so, and see if any tubes can be removed. Thank you all so much for your support. I'm going to visit tomorrow

[weepip]

I'm sure it is a relief for you .Hope you have a good visit tomorrow🙂

[Castleview in reply to weepip]

Thank you 🙏

[BeKind28-]

Hello

I said it was a good Hospital with great surgeons and so pleased he is out of theatre and all gone well

Just in case if you get a call saying they tried to wake him up but put him back under do no worry they tried to wake me up but my breathing was not how they wanted it so put me back under for a short while and when they woke me again the next day I was fine

When you visit him do not be put of my any machines or anything like that he might be on it is all part of what we all are on after and normal

So glad he is ok and hope you are to and now you can look forward to him recovering and coming home soon and have him back where he belongs with you x

[Castleview in reply to BeKind28-]

Thanks for that information. I really want to visit tomorrow but he told me not to go until Saturday. I'm almost certain I'm going though. Hopefully he'll be home by next weekend x

[BeKind28- in reply to Castleview]

Hello

Just been talking to my Husband as he was there and he said when they first tried to wake me up I was not breathing on my own so they put me back under till the next Morning and said it was nothing to worry about sometimes it happens and I was fine when they woke me the second time

In ICU for me I was a little bit out of it even though we all are different and to be honest I did not even realise my Husband had been visiting me in there in fact even to this day I ask are you sure you came to visit

So in a way maybe he was thinking he might not realise you are there till he gets back on the ward and come round more but if you need to go for peace of mind that is also totally understandable that you visit him

Hopefully he will be home next week once back on the ward they don't mess about getting you moving around and you had to walk up and down the corridor one flight of steps and once you could do that if nothing else was wrong they were telling you to go home

If you need us you know to just ask anything you want to someone will reply to you x

[Castleview in reply to BeKind28-]

Thank you, I'll see what the nurse says tonight and also call in the morning before I decide. One step at a time eh, lol x

[BeKind28- in reply to Castleview]

Hello

Exactly take one step at a time is the best idea

Also there are a couple of Specialized Rehab Nurses he may have met them already but make sure he gets their number I still phone them now and again and it is over 2 years now but they are very good and have helped me so many times with concerns and advise x

[Castleview in reply to BeKind28-]

Yes, we've got their number already and said to call any time. x

[BeKind28- in reply to Castleview]

Hello

That is good x

[trafar in reply to Castleview]

Just telling you about our experience so you can make your mind up. Dad didn’t want my mum to go but she insisted she passed out when she saw him and they had to look after my mum. A couple of days later although my dad had been woken before mums visit he didn’t even remember her being there so she put herself through it for nothing,

[Chickenlou]

Great news 🙂

I agree with Bekind, there will likely be a lot of tubes, wires, a catheter, beeping machines etc etc but each day they will get less and less so try not to worry about them to much.

Also be prepared for some grumpiness/mood swings (understandably after what he’s been through) as my partner had moments of being VERY nasty to me and he’s not normally like that at all.

Take care x

[Castleview in reply to Chickenlou]

That would be a big change, he's usually so placid. Whatever it takes, as long as he's home and getting better daily. x

[Blearyeyed]

Wishing your husband all the best and a smooth recovery.It must be a relief for you that the op is over, but I'm sure you are also still rushing around doing all of the jobs of a carer.

Please, don't forget to look after yourself and get as much rest as you can during the time your husband is still in hospital.

As often it can be very tiring looking after our loved ones when they get home.

Also , don't be afraid to ask for care support or help and advice from others.

Delegate practical jobs like shopping or tidying to family members or helpful friends when you can.

And , when you husband returns home take the chance to have a nap or lie down , or go for a quick stroll to clear your head, when other people visit , rather than using it as a time to do housework,so that you don't become too tired yourself. .

Recovery can take time and nights can sometimes be sleepless so give yourself a little Me Time whenever you can and both of you should be tip top in the end, take care , Bee

[Castleview in reply to Blearyeyed]

Good advice thank you x

[Dyllibobs]

I'm so glad your husbands had is op & all is ok. Hopefully he'll be home in a few days xx

[Seal59]

I was going to share my experience but looks like your replies have got everything covered. I will stress though the importance of looking after yourself as well . I was so sleep deprived with worry leading up to the operation that when my husband was home I got up to help him and passed out and fell across him (he was laying on the bed). Fortunately I didn’t hurt him but I dread to think how it would have been if I’d landed on his chest.

[Samazeuilh2]

I had one a year ago. Recovery time varies greatly from individual to individual (as does how you feel after the op). It’s very important to stick to the dietary advice and to do the recommended cardiac rehab sessions which will be offered-these have been shown to impact greatly on the recovery process. Usually all the tubes are removed over a few days, so don’t worry about those.

[Bishop1]

Speedy recovery to your husband. Take care of yourself. Take 1 day at a time. He will need your help when home x

[Wooodsie]

Wish him well from us Castleview. He has a new lease on life, it is great 👏👏👏👏

[MountainGoat52]

Pleased the op went well. I really appreciated my wife and son coming to see me after mine. I remember they were there, but not much about the conversation we had, though it was a short time after my op and I was still in HDU. 😀

[Billett]

I had one on the 18th and that is the worse part wakening up with a tube down your throat once thats removed he'll feel comfortable Then its removing his drains extremely uncomfortable after that theyll get him up and about .i was out on the monday after 6 days keep your painkill ers up no need to suffer onwards and upwards good luck

[Digger0]

Have a good visit today, and glad all went well

[SirBeatalot]

Hi.I had my quadruple in 2017 aged 62.

I went into hospital initially for an angiogram only but was kept in and operated on 8 days later.

I came out of surgery late in the day but had to immediately go back in for a minor adjustment.

When I woke I did have trouble inflating my lungs sufficiently so i was put on a sort of air blowing machine for a number of hours which thankfully did the trick.

Some of the people in my ward who had the same operation were discharged after a few days, but I stayed in for 8 days.That said I recovered well at home and eventually life returned to normal (well nearly normal).

There will be some aches and pains for him going forward and deciding what to eat is a pain, but I'm sure it will turn out to be a new start for him, as it was for me.

All the best.

[JMV100]

So pleased that the operation went well, Castleview. I think everyone has covered everything perfectly. Be kind to yourself and look after yourself so you can be there for him. It is a year to the day since my husband had his triple bypass and mitral valve replacement. They were scary times but now all is well. Big hugs.

[CalvinHb]

Wishing your Husband a speedy recovery. This will make a huge difference to quality of life and life expectancy. We're very fortunate to have these talented surgeons

[Qualipop]

That must be a huge relief for you. I hope his recovery goes well. Do you yourself have or need any support at home for when he comes back? I'm sure the BHF nurses would point you in the right direction if you need it.

[WeeHoolet]

Wishing your husband a good recovery. And look after yourself, too, Castleview.

[Afibflipper]

just saw your post, hope all went ok yesterday & continues to do so x

[Castleview in reply to Afibflipper]

The op was a complete success, but hubby hasn't woken up. Tried twice today, and going to try again Saturday morning

[Afibflipper in reply to Castleview]

Good re the successful op, hopefully his body just needs a bit more rest from such a big operation - I’ll keep fingers crossed for him, make sure you get rest too xx

[Jako999]

Been there done that. He will be fine but things to remember.

It’s a long road ahead so don’t rush it even if you think you can do more.

Rehab is a must not a maybe.

The mental side is much bigger then anyone can imagine, don’t be proud get help and take advice. Rehab really helps talking to other people who have felt the same.

Most important NEVER NEVER do anything or go anywhere with out your pillow, cough or sneeze without hugging it will feel like you chest is being ripped apart.

Please pass the above on along with hope you feel better soon.

[Castleview in reply to Jako999]

I'll pass it on when he wakes up, no luck waking him yet.Going to try again Saturday morning, that'll be 42 hours after he got into ICU

[Lilyrosy]

Hi there,

You have read all the positive comments earlier but just to reiterate it is a little scary but the results are worth it.

I had a CABG x4 and was in ICU for 2 days with a small blip. Vaguely remember my daughters talking to the head nurse and finding out that his wife had gone to the same school as them. I thought ‘hang on’ you should be concentrating on me! My husband still talks about how in awe he was of the amount of equipment surrounding me! That’s how routine that op is although, of course, serious.

Still here after 5 years and thankful.

All good wishes to your husband for a speedy recovert..