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Heart Rhythm (Expert Forum)
chest pain 16 mos. post bypass surgery
Answered by
Michael J. McWilliams, M.D. - atrial fibrillation, Pacemakers, Defibrillators, Arrhythmias (SVT, VT), PVC/PAC, Ablation
Wilmington Health Associates
Wilmington - NC
Questions in the Heart Rhythm forum cover topics that include heart rhythm issues, arrhythmia, irregular heartbeat, implanted defibrillators, pacemakers, and tachycardia.
Doctor's Answer
by Michael J. McWilliams, M.D., Jan 16, 2008 05:57PM
, Jan 16, 2008 05:57PM
He should see his cardiologist for evaluation. If he is having active pain, he should go the the emergency room for evaluation.
It might mean that one of his bypass grafts is having a problem, but the only way to know is for a functional study like stress test or a heart cath. He should be evaluated soon. If you have questions, you should call the doctor on for your cardiologists office to see if they recommend that you go to the hospital now.
Thanks for posting.
It might mean that one of his bypass grafts is having a problem, but the only way to know is for a functional study like stress test or a heart cath. He should be evaluated soon. If you have questions, you should call the doctor on for your cardiologists office to see if they recommend that you go to the hospital now.
Thanks for posting.
