My father is getting a pace maker attached to his heart?!


Question:

My father is getting a pace maker attached to his heart?

What are ther risk? I am nervous and worried.

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2 weeks ago
You all calmed me down. I am going to leave it up to you guys for the votes.
Thanks!!


Answers:

Complications of pacemaker surgery include bleeding, infection, dropped lung (uncommon), abnormal heart rhythms, and puncture of heart leading to bleeding around the heart (rare).
There are only a few devices in the environment today that which can interfere with a pacemaker.
* Arc welding equipment and equipment with powerful magnets have the potential to interfere with the pace generator.
* Most home appliances, such as a microwave, do NOT interfere with a pacemaker.
* Cell phones in the U.S. do NOT interfere with pacemakers, but you should still keep them away from the pacemaker area (for example, do not store your cell phone in your shirt pocket).
The American Heart Association recommends that persons with a pacemaker should pay close attention to their surroundings to make sure there are not any devices that may interfere.
You should always carry identification with you that says you have a pacemaker.




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