Ablation

Question: I just had cardiac ablation what are my chances of getting a military commision? I had a cardiac ablation one week ago to stop an arrythmia that I had. The arrythmia is supposed to be gone/cured now. What are my chances of becoming an officer in the army? I am a nurse so I am hoping for a waiver. Anybody out there go through this?

Answer: to my knowledge any heart problem period past or present is a no-go . but if the army lets you in, go enlisted you will actully get to do your job instead of on your back with your ankles behind your ears .

Question: Can a you have a heart ablation and a pacemaker inserted while you are pregnant? As in early on during the pregnancy. What would happen if you are only 6-8 weeks pregnant during the ablation and pacemaker implantation? Thanks! For the record I am NOT pregnant as of yet, but had been trying for awhile and decided to stop until I get my heart ablated and a pacemaker implanted. But I was just wondering as a "what if" situation.

Answer: Yes, it can be, much depends on the expertise of your Cariologist, Quickness and Accurancy. Answering very briefly. Why not prior to pregnancy more safer and guranteed.

Question: I had a radiofrequency ablation to my heart in October of last year. Can I drink Alcohol? I still have some pretty wild palpitations, so I havent had an alcoholic beverage for over a year. Not a big deal, but occasionally, friends would like for me to go out on the town with them. Will it make my palpitations worse? I had the ablation because of AV node re-entry. the pathway is truley ablated, but sometimes I think they didnt do the burn close enough because I can feel my heart trying repeatedly to jump into gear, but I cant do that stuff anymore than God!

Answer: Well, alcohol lowers the cellular threshold for arrythmic events. I did not suffer re-entry syndrome but has pretty gnarly PATs earlier in life. I remember once having half a glass of champagne at a wedding and got into tachycardia that lasted 20 minutes. Scary. If they have truly ablated the re-entry pathway, my guess would be that your cardiologist will tell you that you may use alcohol in moderation, but this is truly a valid question for the cardiologist. You may want to go through the office personnel and have them forward the question. May not need an office visit or the $$ associated with it.

Question: What side affects should I have after a thyroid ablation? I am going to have a thyroid ablation, ( radioactive iodine treatment) for hyperthyroidism, in just a few weeks. How should expect to feel after the give me the medication?

Answer: I had this done, but for thyroid cancer so the RAI dose was probably higher. I actually didn't have any side effects to speak of. I was a little tired and nauseous for about 2 days, but that could have been a result of being off my thyroid medication rather than the RAI.

Question: Has anyone had an endometrial ablation without having the Lupron injection? I've heard that some people have horrible reactions to the Lupron Depot injection and my ob/gyn is willing to do my ablation without the shot, but it may not be as effective. Just wondering if anyone else has gone this route and was it successful? Thanks

Answer: I didn't have the Lupron injection and 18 months later all is well..... Of course I had a false cycle right after the procedure for about a week and some pain (very mild) nothing compared to the other gyno procedures I've had done. My cycles are minimal (if any....light spotting for about a day or nothing at all....it varies) the painful, heavy, excessive periods are gone. I was told that sometimes a few people have to repeat the procedure in a few years but I've been pleased since mine. Good luck.

Question: What is the best reference source to know more about ablation of atrial fibrillation? I am a PhD student working on ablation of atrial fibrillation. I would be grateful if you could provide me with a reference source to get information about the details of ablation of atrial fibrillation. ***Please answer this if you are a medical professional or in a relevant field.

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Question: Are there any alternatives to total ear canal ablation? My Coton De Tulear is less than 2 years old. I was just told his chronic ear infections have caused calcification (sp) and he will need a total ear canal ablation. I have a few concerns with the actual surgery and possible complications. Also, I was wondering what the cost may be. Is there any alternatives? Is there anyone that can share their experiences with this?

Answer: I had two dogs who had to have a similar procedure,a beagle/springer spaniel mix,and a collie mix. It did not cause deafness,though,as the ear drum and middle ear were not removed. Both ear canals were re-routed,though,so that air would be able to circulate and thus stop the chronic infections in the beagle mix and completely remove the tumors in the collie mix. These dogs had surgery in the '80's,and I think it cost around $300.00 then,so I would guess that it would cost at least triple that now. The surgery will cause quite a bit of pain for a week or so,but they have such good pain management for animals today. I could only give my dogs aspirin. There will also be a bit of drainage,and you will have to keep the area clean and dry.The dog will probably have to wear an Elizabethan collar so that it cannot scratch at the ear,and it will be on antibiotics probably for 10 days. As for the deafness,I suppose that the dog will adjust ,like a person does,but you will have to keep an eye on him so that he does not wander off,and teach him some hand signals ( I have a deaf cat,but he was born deaf;he knows some hand signals) such as come and stay. I know that it is a radical procedure,but if the alternative is life-long ear infections with accompanying pain, then I think it is the right choice.

Question: What are the side effects following pulmonary vein ablation? Just had pv ablation (a week ago) - have burning in chest and difficulty breathing. Is this normal? When can I drive?

Answer: Your doctor will best person to tell you when you can resume activities and how often you will need to visit your doctor. If you have any other questions, please ask your doctor or nurse. To care for the wound site: -Keep the area clean and dry. -Call your doctor if you notice any redness, swelling or drainage at the incision site. Do not be surprised if you are in atrial fibrillation after the procedure. The first 8 weeks post-ablation, many patients experience palpitations (skipped beats) and may have atrial fibrillation. Drug therapy or cardioversion may be indicated. You may be required to take a blood thinning medication, such as Coumadin (warfarin) for three months after the procedure. You will be required to have a blood test, called an INR, on a regular basis so the doctor may evaluate the dosage. The INR must be kept between 2.0 and 2.5 during this time. In about 3 months, the heart heals and the palpitations gradually lessen in frequency and intensity. At that time, medications are reduced and then stopped. You will need to come back to see the physician at three months. At that time, you will undergo an ECG, echocardiogram, and a spiral computed tomography (CT) scan to assess for any pulmonary vein narrowing. If you are still in atrial fibrillation, you may require an ablation "touch up." You should consult your dr about the burning sensation in the chest & the difficulty breathing that you are experiencing. That does not sound normal. All the best...

Question: What is the survival rate of a baby that was conceived two years after endometrial ablation? My friend had endometrial ablation 2 years ago and just found out she is 7 weeks pregnant. She is desperate to do anything possible to allow this baby to survive. Does anyone have any history of this or know anyone who has? What is a usual gestation time for these type of pregnancies? Thank you! Your prayers and thoughts are much appreciated.

Answer: I honestly don't know the answer to this question. I just wanted to tell you that my prayers are with your friend and her baby. Good luck to you all.

Question: How successful was your endometrial ablation? I am going to be scheduled for an exploratory laparotomy, hysteroscopy and endometrial ablation for heavy menstural bleeding and pelvic pain. I suppose they will put me on the surgery schedule as soon as the MD gets back from vacation. He thinks this may help my pelvic pain and end the misery I am having. Whats your opinoins. If it doesnt work, he will do a hysterectomy. Whats your thoughts on this?

Answer: I have never had an endometrial ablation but I have met a few women that have had this procedure done and had good results. I am also writing to give you the link to a site that may help you find more information and experiences. The link is at: http://forums.obgyn.net/womens-health

Question: Can you get pregnant after an endometrial ablation? I know it is often considered close to a form of sterilisation and is for women who dont wish to have any more children but I also know it is possible (but often dangerous) to get pregnant after an endometrial ablation but say you had an endometrial ablation 10-20 years before you wanted kids, would the lining eventually grow back allowing you the get pregnant?

Answer: The overall pregnancy rates for women who have undergone endometrial ablation are less than 1 in 100 women getting pregnant.

Question: Endometrial ablation-what should I expect for the first few days? I am scheduled to have an endometrial ablation on May 20th. For any of you who have had the procedure, what were the first couple of days afterward like (pain, bleeding, etc)? My son is due to graduate from preschool the next day, and I am a little worried that I won't feel well enough to make it. How long did it take you to return to your normal routine? Thanks in advance!

Answer: My friend had it done a few years ago. She was a little "dopey" from the relaxants they gave her for the procedure, but the next day she was fine. She had a bit of period-like bleeding for a few days, as well as some mild cramping, but she was fully functional. You should definitely talk to your doctor regarding your concerns BEFORE you have the procedure done. But I would venture to guess that as long as there aren't any problems, and as long as you don't over-do, you should be fine for the graduation ceremony. Good luck.

Question: Has anyone had radiofrequency cardiac ablation to cure arrythmia? I am scheduled to have this procedure and would like responses from anyone who has had it. Have you been cured? Did you have any complications? How bad was your arrythmia to begin with. I have tachycardia-bradycardia syndrome brought about from dysautonomia. I had a choice to try the ablation or put in a pacemaker. I chose the ablation procedure. It has me a little scared, but it still seems better than having a pacemaker installed. Any valid comments will be appreciated.

Answer: Two months ago I had an "EP study and possible ablation". (They didn't end up doing the ablation.) I have intermittent SVT, which was moderately bothersome, but definitely not malignant. The doctor was not able to induce the arrhythmia during the procedure and therefore could find nothing to ablate. There are truly few complications. They stick a bunch of pads on you, start an IV, load you up with drugs, and you wake up with a dressing on your femoral vein a couple hours later. They make you lay there for a while with the dressing on to ensure you clot, then send you home. I was scared to death about having it done, and nearly cancelled it the day before. The staff at my facility was great, they do a hundred of these every week so they were comfortable with everything and able to explain exactly what was going on. People of all ages get ablations (babies to 100-year-olds). I know a 10-year-old who had one done, and I figure that he could handle having it I could too!

Question: Is it possible to save enlarged tonsils by using Radio Frequency Ablation Surgery ? Is it desirable to normalise the size of the exceptionally enlarged tonsils by Radio Frequency Ablation Surgery ? Does the new surgery technique make use of local anaesthesia? What are the risks involved? Where is this ablation surgery used on regular basis?

Answer: well if the size is due to infection look into bob beck protocol go to u tube type in bob beck Dr Robert Beck Energetic-Medicine researcher 1925-2002 Dr Robert Beck was a physicist, who has to his name a PhD in physics from the University of Southern California. Prior to USC Dr. Beck was a Professor at the University of California. Dr. Beck is known as a renowned researcher and inventor in the field of Energy Medicine devices. Amongst his achievements he is accredited with a version of the Brain Tuner. This device has been successful in helping to alleviate anxiety, addictions, insomnia and depression. As he initially trained as a photojournalist he applied his inventive flair and curiosity toward flash photography. He was the inventor of the strobe flashlight. He has been nominated by a Mexican hospital for the Noble Prize for his research in developing an Aids cure. Bob Beck formed his first company specialising in the development of a powerful electroencephalograph unit. Through his company he conducted extensive research on the electrical properties of the brain. From this research was born a powerful electroencephalograph unit. After reading articles on a 'black box' device, developed by a British surgeon, Dr. Margaret Patterson, he became increasingly interested in the potential of electricity and the brain. Dr Patterson had developed this 'black box' with Dr Wong of Hong Kong an expert in electro-acupuncture. Though its inventors to help reduce symptoms of recovering drug addicts used this black box, Beck saw other potential for this device. Bob Beck used research and technology from the black box to develop his own device. He called it the Brain Tuner. Based around the principal of frequencies it used over 200 specific frequencies to encourage the rejuvenation, healing, and rapid re-stimulation of the neuro-transmitters. Bob Beck's research then led on to look at the effect of electrical frequency on the lymphatic system. Working on the basis that many viral infections ay shelter in the lymph nodes, he developed a magnetic pulse generator to induce electricity in specific nodes around the body. Beck's work in this field led him to do much work with HIV and AIDS patients. His studies also highlighted ionic/colloidal silver as a natural antibiotic, providing a potential alternative to the somewhat clumsy approach of pharmaceutical antibiotics. He went on to elaborate his research by creating devices able to make colloidal/ionic silver at home. Bob Beck went on to lecture and give demonstrations at health trade shows around North America. It was at one such show in Seattle, in 1996 that a couple (Russ Torlage and Lesley Punt) came across Beck's device. Lesley Punt was suffering from M.E. of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and the couple were at the Seattle show looking for possible ways to alleviate her condition. They took Beck's device and redesigned it, making it an accessible tool for public use. In pursuit of improving the affectivity of Beck's device Dr. Beck introduced a protocol. Along with the both blood electrification the protocol also includes the making of ionic/colloidal silver, and the ozonation of drinking water, thus increasing the level of oxygen in the blood. What is The Beck Protocol? There are four parts to The Beck Protocol. 1. Microcurrent therapy for cleansing the blood Over the years, while enjoying the fruits of a successful career as an acclaimed physicist, Robert (Bob) C. Beck, D.Sc. maintained an interest in electro-therapy for health. When he heard that viruses and other pathogens had been deactivated in a medical research study by the application of microcurrents of electricity to blood, his considerable intellect and ingenuity were aroused. While the medical research suggested the application of microcurrents similar to dialysis with the blood flowing out and then back into the body, Bob Beck developed a system to apply microcurrents to blood without invading the body. He developed a simple system for applying these microcurrents by placing electrodes over the wrist arteries. 2. Magnetic pulsing for tissue electrification After considerable experimentation on himself, friends, acquaintances and a few individuals diagnosed with AIDS, all reaped some health benefit. Soon, however, he realized that the blood might be cleared of viruses or other pathogens but these same pathogens could be temporarily hiding in the lymph system. To create the necessary microcurrents in lymph and tissue to neutralize viruses and other pathogens, he developed a magnetic pulse generator. Pulsed magnetic fields create microcurrents in lymph and other tissue. 3. Drinking ionic/colloidal silver Bob explains how he awoke at 4:00 a.m. one morning with a sudden insight. He knew colloidal silver had been used extensively prior to the advent of antibiotics. He awoke with an insight on how to make colloidal silver electrically—easily and inexpensively. Thus was born

Question: Is catheter ablation categorized as an open heart surgery? Hi, I would just like to ask if catheter ablation is categorize as an open heart surgery? I want to verify this because my friend needs an ablation to correct his WPW which goes with SVT. We have to know if this will be covered by his medical insurance but they said that ablation falls under open heart surgery and he has no coverage for that, but seeing all the descriptions of ablation, I do not believe that it is an open heart surgery. please enlighten me on this. Thank you.

Answer: Open heart surgery is a surgery in which the patient's chest is opened and surgery is performed on the heart. The term "open" refers to the chest, not to the heart itself. The heart may or may not be opened depending on the particular type of surgery. Radiofrequency ablation is done using minimally invasive procedure. Consult a cardiologist.

Question: How long does it take to heal after you have done catheter ablation? I have Wpw and im going to need to do catheter ablation and i'm wondering how long it has to take to heal after catheter ablation because i am taking a sport and i want to come back as soon as possible

Answer: It really depends, but expect anywhere from 7 days to 1 month.

Question: Which level of the efferent pathway would be best for RF ablation? Dr. Y. Knot has a patient with uncontrollable tremors in the upper arm, shoulder, and axillary region of the thorax. Nerves innervating these muscles include T1 and T2 spinal nerves. The patient has been refractory to drug therapy and Dr. Knot is considering a radiofrequency ablation of the motor nerves. Which level of the efferent pathway would be best for RF ablation? What are possible complications if these spinal nerves are ablated at the wrong place?

Answer: im not very sure how selective/ surgical radio frequency ablation is in isolating the motor fibers so I would assume that the safest level would to apply it on the ventral root level to ensure pure motor nerve ablation and to avoid involvement of sensory nerves. btw, whoever gave you this problem has to review his anatomy since the muscles of the shoulder and upper arm are innervated by the roots between C5-C7

Question: Need info on endometrial ablation to relieve severe menstrual problems? I have an appointment with my gynecologist next week to discuss having an endometrial ablation to relieve severe menstrual issues. I'm 43 and my periods have been horrible for the last year. I'm looking for anyone that has had this procedure. What are the pros and cons? Did you do hormone therapy?

Answer: the answer(s) I got to my previous questions, might be helpful to you.

Question: How bad is catheter ablation for wolf parkinson white? Im going into hospital (golden jubilee, clydebank) on tuesday 16th december for ablation and im terrified after reading all the info online i could find out about it, has anyone been through this? does it hurt? im also terrified of dying im 36 and my mum died of a heart attack at 38 so im just getting reall worked up , can anyone help?

Answer: Hi, it's a very safe procedure. Basically a catheter is inserted into a blood vessel in your groin and is passed into the into the chambers of your heart ( guided by an X-ray). The tip of the catheter will then destroy a small section of tissue that triggers the abnormal electrical impulses. The risks are very low. They will give you a local anaesthetic to numb the entry site, you won't really feel anything, perhaps some mild discomfort. You may be given some sedation too. The mortality rate is as low as 0.1-0.2%.

Question: Should I have a catheter ablation after major heart surgery? Should I have a catheter ablation for WPW after I just had a valve replacement? I don't know if it would be too much for my heart to handle right now? How long does it take for a heart to heal after some one has just had a valve replacement? When is it that a person will start to feel like themselves again?

Answer: I can answer the question about the valve replacement, but as far as the catheter ablation goes, you should talk with your doctor about how long to wait to have that done. I would say you do need to re-cooperate from your valve replacement first, but again, that is a question only for your cardiologist to answer. I had my mitral valve replaced in 2003. I started feeling pretty good and myself again at about 4 months (strength coming back etc). At 6 months I felt totally fine and better than I had felt in a long time. It seemed as though for the first 3-4 months after my surgery I tired very easily and my chest sure was sore for a while. Again after about 6 months I was totally normal, exercise, work full time, and go about my normal daily routines. It could be less time for you or maybe a little longer. People recover at different rates and it is not usually the same for everybody. My mother also had open heart surgery (valve replacement also) 2 years before me and it took her about the same amount of time as me. Best wishes to you.