How long does the "generator repair" take?

[Lorainlady]

I'm having what the doctor referred to as a "generator repair" on my pacemaker next Tuesday.  How long does this usually take?  What other complications might be found?

[Lorainlady]

Thanks for your reply.  "Generator Repair" is what my written diagnosis/hospitalization order refers to - found out this generally means total replacement of pacemaker and lines to my heart - doc's nurse said I would be in hospital overnight.  

[Jerry_NJ]

Sorry you haven't gotten any help, it may be the "generator repair" part is the problem.  I do not recall ever reading anything about a "generator" in discussions about pacemakers.  Are you sure you have the referral information correct?  I'm sure the referral includes transfer of information doctor-to-doctor, so you should be safe regardless of your understanding.

Good luck.   Maybe my "bump" on your post will get a pacemaker experienced person to comment.