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Heart Disease (Expert Forum)
2nd surgery in 4 years
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2nd surgery in 4 years
by Karen__0__0, Jan 01, 1995 12:00AM
Posted By Karen on July 02, 1998 at 13:41:41:
My father had successful quadruple bypass surgery four years ago. Five weeks ago, he suffered a severe blow to the chest that triggered a heart attack two days after the accident.
Doctors tell us they will have to do more open heart surgery to repair this damage. This includes patching an aneurysm, 2-3 bypasses, and possible valve replacement.
My dad is a strong man, but he cried when told the news. Will his post-op healing process be as painful as the first? (They plan to go in from the side this time.)
Also, I am concerned about having the second operations only four years after the first. Aside from the pain, my dad experienced few problems after the first operation. Are there any greater risks with a second operation that we should be aware of?
I'm afraid to ask doctors these questions while my father is present, but I want to be an informed caretaker when he comes home. I greatly appreciate having this forum. Thank you.
My father had successful quadruple bypass surgery four years ago. Five weeks ago, he suffered a severe blow to the chest that triggered a heart attack two days after the accident.
Doctors tell us they will have to do more open heart surgery to repair this damage. This includes patching an aneurysm, 2-3 bypasses, and possible valve replacement.
My dad is a strong man, but he cried when told the news. Will his post-op healing process be as painful as the first? (They plan to go in from the side this time.)
Also, I am concerned about having the second operations only four years after the first. Aside from the pain, my dad experienced few problems after the first operation. Are there any greater risks with a second operation that we should be aware of?
I'm afraid to ask doctors these questions while my father is present, but I want to be an informed caretaker when he comes home. I greatly appreciate having this forum. Thank you.
