Have been offered CRT-P

[leafydiode]

Hi Everyone - I was diagnosed with hear failure in September with and ejection fraction of 21%. The medication is working well and I am able to do most things including moderate exercise.

I had and MRI scan which shows I don't need a defibrillator and so have been offfered a CRT-P

I am in the process of gathering information and feedback to make an informed decision

Information online says that some people don't get much benefit from this device and some have phrenic nerve problems.

Has anyone had one fitted and if so how are you getting on with it.

Have you had much benefit or any problems

Feedback would be much appreciated

[Hanibil]

I have had a CRT -D since 2019 have had no problems and don’t even realise I have it.

[Claytod in reply to Hanibil]

inserted Dec 23 and never looked back also didn’t feel any pain during procedure.

[paintbook]

Am also waiting for a CRT-P implant and AV node ablation. I posted about it a few days ago, so look back over the past days, you might find the replies I received are helpful to you. I have no idea when I will have my procedure done. But hope it is soon, as I am getting quite lot of A fib episodes and lot of fatigue. Like you ,I feel apprehensive, especially about the AV Node ablation part. But the replies I had were quite positive. Good luck keep posting .

[Wire57]

I’ve had a CRT-D since Oct 2019 and would recommend to anyone. Had a cardiac arrest and an EF of 10% today I’m sat having a chill and coffee after walking 13 miles (all on the flat at a stroll rather than a brisk walk).

As mentioned in a previous post I don’t even realise it’s there.

Take care and remember these devices are expensive and not offered to everyone, there must be a very good reason for you being offered a CRT-P.

Good luck