Pulmonary Edema, Congestive Heart Failure

[santhanam]

I am 69 years old male came to the US for a short visit.  For days backI had to be rushed to the hospital as I understand I had Pulmonary Edema with Congestive Heart Failure.  I am feeling good now.  I was in the hospital for 2 days.  Following were the observations:

1. Mild global hypokinesis, ejection fraction about 40%.
2. Aortic valve sclerosis without any aortic stenosis or insufficiency
3. Mild mitral and mild tricuspid regurgitation noted.
4. Mild diastolic dysfuncton noted.

I am diabitic for the last 10 years.  I am taking medication now regularly. Fasting - 140. After Lunch - 350 (after 2 hours). Kidneys creatin level 2.1. Blood Pressure higher 150 lower 90. I am on various medication including Plavix.  I also take 20 ml (70/30) insulin. The cardilogist is suspecting blockage and is recommending angiogram, but has doubts because of the kidney condition.

I need to go back to India so that I can take the necessary treatment.  Two questions.

1. What is the chances of survival like this on medication, if I control my diet and diabetees, BP.

2. What are the chance of this coming back in next two weeks (as I am planning to fly back. It is 14 hour flight to India).

Your early reply will be highly appreciated. Thanks and best regards.

Santhanam

[anacyde]

Hello.  With proper treatment, your survival outlook could be excellent.  It's possible that you may even improve.  If a blockage is causing the symptoms, treatment of the blockage will definitely be a plus for you.

As for the second question, I'm not sure what you're asking.

Best wishes to you.  I hope everything goes well and your heart and health improve.