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I had an angioplasty with stent installed in 2002. the closure had a leak and the hospital staff in working on that, used a hemostat to apply pressure and caused a clot to form. I needed surgery within that month to repair the damage. I had femoral nerve damage, which still exists...over two years ago. Tingling and sensitivity from the groin area down to my knee. I too am afraid to have any futher type cath work in the future.
Seek out a second opinion from another cardiologist. Do some research and find the best in your area. Travel to another area if necessary. If another cath is necessary, perhaps you can find someone that will use the wrist or elbow for access instead of the groin.
My cardiologist always wants to do another cath on me to assess the situation.
I always tell him that I can't take a chance on messing up my femoral artery, as my legs and agressive cholesterol meds are keeping me alive.
Both times that I was cathed it took about a month to get back to normal - of course that's nothing like your situation.
I just don't think that the risk is properly assessed or related to patients prior to these procedures.
Good Luck.
twincam,
sorry to hear of your ordeal.
Bleeding is a complication of heart catheterization. You have a very severe sequelae from your event. Even with the most meticulous care, the puncture of the artery is still a blind event and can result in bleeding in the most experienced hands. Factors that increase the risk of bleeding include obesity and the use of various blood thinners.
I would work with a neurologist and a rehabilitation specialist to try to attempt to get you back to work.
good luck