Cardioversion Tomorrow

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Relatively simple procedure in an attempt to convert my heart back to a normal sinus rhythm after at least 14 months in atrial fibrillation.

Anybody here ever had this done? I am completely up to speed on the procedure itself - but can't find any real info about post-procedure effects or limitations. Any first hand info is appreciated. Thanks.

[ConSeaMate]

Good Luck.....

[Mo Betta]

Wifes into Cardiovascular Caths etc. Too many variables to really give any advice, she did say, not to worry and stress yourself out. Huge success rate.

[Sortasober]

Meds didn't convert the A-fib? I don't go home with the patients, but I stand by during the proceedure. In 12 years of standing by, Nothing interesting ever happened. Outpatient proceedure, don't get worked up worring......... Can I have your fishing gear?

[BUGDIVER]

I've had it done twice. they put you to sleep and when you wake up it's time to go home. You feel a calm in your chest, you want to sleep. my chest felt like it had a very bad sun burn, soreness in the area, went away in a few days.
good luck

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Originally Posted by BUGDIVER

I've had it done twice. they put you to sleep and when you wake up it's time to go home. You feel a calm in your chest, you want to sleep. my chest felt like it had a very bad sun burn, soreness in the area, went away in a few days.
good luck

Exactly. After all the pre-procedure ritual (chest x-rays, INR, etc.) piece of cake. I looked at the clock when the doc says, "You'll feel some warmth in your arm (from the dope) and it was 10:20. At 10:40, he was telling me it worked. First zap at 125 (jewels?) was a no go. Second zap at 200 did the trick.

Kind of like getting a new set of tires. Still the same ride you drove in, but it sure does feel better when you get out on the street.

Peace.