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2 lead extractions

I have 2 leads which dont work any more and need to be replaced but got told can be risky due to being in for a long time say over 11 years due to fat etc how risky is it and how risky is it putting new ones in and sucess rate

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Pacemaker beep

I got told my pacemaker is low i think about 3 months left i got told my pacemaker might beep or buzz because its low can any one tell what it sounds like how loud and how often is it every 1hr once a day etc ?

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Pacemaker lead locations

Yesterday I found out where my pacemaker leads are located. One is in the RV Apex and the other is the RA Appendage. It also said “ Right ventricle model, and AV block with 2:1 AV conduction.

 I have googled this but would still like any input that anyone can share about the above information.

Thanks

 

 

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Sorin Eno device & Medtronic leads

Hi all..Just a quick question.

I have just had a new pacemaker fitted in the last couple of month . My new device is the Sorin Eno & my leads are Medtronic. My original device was a Medtronic and also the one before that..Had endocarditis on the last device which was only in 3yrs and subsequently was removed last April.

So now have this new device on the opposite side and just want to get some information and peoples thoughts on it..It was recommended by Doc for its smaller si...

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pacemaker replacement

I had my PM implanted almost 9 years ago. It was implanted for sick sinus syndrome (40) and Afib. On my last visit, I was told that I was 100% dependent. I have one yeat plus a few months left on this PM. I've had no problems, feel fine, swim 50 laps every day. Now I am nervoius now, how do they change batteries if I am PM dependent 100%. 

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Life of Battery

My pacemaker is six months new. I have just been told it is active 86% ofthe time. That seems high. I was told at outset that it would last about 10-12 years. Can anyone tell me if this is way off the mark?  My husband's PM is in use about 2% of the time...different reason, so I get that. Anyone?

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Complete Extraction Two Weeks

Found out in January that I never needed a Pacemaker at all. The doctor made a huge error two years ago (possibly a pattern and that is being investigated). The device has been turned off for a few months and I am going to the Cleveland Clinic to have Dr. Bruce Wilkoff do the lead and device extraction in less than two weeks.

There were many complications (incision came open, infection, pocket revision, etc.) with my original implant and I am having some anxiety about the removal. Does...

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Lead extraction advice

Hi all,

my name is Meg, I'm 34 and on my second pm. I've seen three cardiologist in the last few months and it's been determined I need both leads replaced due to noise and my pacemaker battery is wearing down, basically a whole new system. 
 

I was trying to go to UC San Diego for the surgery since it is their specialty area, however my insurance has denied my claim for network adequacy since I like in AZ and have an HMO plan.

im going to be inter...

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Echo scan

Hi Guys ,  been for my check up today I have a duel pacemaker it will need replacing in under a year not had it replaced befour i have complete heart block, I'm a bit worried as the nurse said they will book me for a echo scan befour they change the pacemaker in case I need a third lead  !!! Now I'm really worried I'm going to need another lead ,  is it routine or do they see a problem ,  can anyone advice pls .  thankyou 

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Lead less Pacemaker

I just received a leadless pm placed in my ventral.  Anyone with experience with this newer type pm?  Your thoughts please.  Bob

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Lead compromised/failure

Anyone have a lead malfunction/compromise right away? I had experienced shocking pains right after surgery. Sent home thinking that was healing pain cause no one understood what I was telling them & kept saying pain was normal. I had woken up while the caurterizing part of making the pocket for the pacemaker because the anesthesiologist didn't believe I wake up during procedures! ( stuff nitemares are made of!)  Dr felt I wasn't on top of the pain. However I had blo...

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One lead not "working".

Hello...so glad to find this group!

My husband had a dual lead Pacemaker installed after several fainting episodes, and then three 5 days later he was told to self isolate because of possible covid exposure at the hospital. But he was not recovering - feeling dizzy all the time. Fianlly he went to get checked out yesterday. One lead is not connecting (upper chamber). Now waiting for Xray and wondering if anyone can comment or speak from experience. Will the lead have...

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No replacement

Hello

I'm 60. My battery is running out in a few months. I had my first one at 42. My second one 51. I have alot of medical problems that cause extreme pain full body neuropathy plus muscle wasting. It started after taking antibiotics. I have seizure disorder controlled, neurocardiogentic syncope that's what the pacemaker is for. Plus sibo and Neurogenic bowels. My whole body has been effected due to toxicity. I also had a botched floroscopy epidural spinal tap which injured me...

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Leads

Hi

I have had my PM about 24 years just about to go in for my 4th box change just wanted to ask how long do the leads last will I ever need them changing is there a time limit? 

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Fluoroscopy

Is fluoroscopy used to replace a pacemaker battery (new pacemaker) when you already have a pacemaker?  Is the operation very similar to when your original pacemaker was placed ?  Just curious...

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Lead extraction

Hello all,

I have been referred to have a lead extracted at the same time I get my battery/unit replaced.  I've been told this is a riskier surgery than initial pacemaker placement. Any thoughts? 
thanks for your replies,

take care,

Lisa

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Box change and new lead

Hi - I'm 44 & had my first PM put in 10 years ago. I'm due a box change this year and possibly a third lead to improve things.  I just wonder if anyone else gets the ' clicking' sensation, where you can feel the impulses on the leads? It doesn't happen often but is unnerving when it does. I've mentioned it at check ups but I get told I shouldn't feel anything, it happens when they run the tests on the device too. Anyone else have this? Wondering if the 3rd...

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Lead close to my collarbone

I am on my second CRTD. The battery change was done 2 years ago

Experienced pm users all know the reasons why sometimes PMs shift. My second one did, and I will not get into the details as it has somewhat settled and my doctors do not want to do a repositioning surgery due to infection risk.  I accepted it, and still trying to cope and not think about it

But my biggest concern is one of the leads. It has moved close to my collarbone, and especially when I am lying down o...

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Battery change

I am due to have my battery replaced around June will this still be done due to covid 19.

They told me on my last 2 pm checks that I needed this replacement but each time I went to my appointment they said they could squeeze another 3 months out of it as I was just at the point of needing it done my last appointment was on 2nd March and the virus was just starting so it seemed a good idea to put it off for a few months, I am now terrified it not going ahead or having it done and catchin...

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Scared to have 11 YO Lead Removed

Was diagnosed with VT in 2005 SCD in the family brother had an MCI at 37 and Uncle at 44 both DOA. So, doctors decided to install a Guidant ICD device. A month later it was recalled. Four years later I had the Guidant device removed along with a bad lead in 2009 and then a new Medtronic device installed at Yale New Haven. Then Medtronic recalled the Sprint Fidelis 6949 which I have. Also a tech inadvertently programmed my device in early 2010 to not let my heart go below 100 BPM and it was al...

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