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Can I Replace The Pacemaker Which Is Been Implanted For 5 Years?
My 92 year old mother had a pacemaker implanted 5 years ago for AFib. Doctor has told her it is working 95% of the time and will last another 2-4 years. She is active and in otherwise good health. If it is working most of the time, would she be able to have the pacemaker replaced? Thanks!
Thu, 4 Sep 2014
Hi,
Your mother will need pacemaker replacement only after 2-4 years. She will be placed temporarily pacemaker during the procedure, so you shouldn't worry.
Regards,
Your mother will need pacemaker replacement only after 2-4 years. She will be placed temporarily pacemaker during the procedure, so you shouldn't worry.
Regards,
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