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Is A Pacemaker Surgery Advisable At An Elderly Age?
my dad just turned 93 and I am told his pacemaker has 6 mos battery life left. I am worried about the surgery and him being in a hospital. when he is away from home he gets disoriented but I m worried that being put under anesthetic might kill him. I haven t talked to his regular dr yet but will soon. Just wondering for now. Rita
Mon, 25 Nov 2019
Hello,
Pacemaker replacement is a very easy procedure and can be done in local anesthesia without the need for heavy anesthesia. Please go for it. Nothing to worry.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Loveleen Sharma, General & Family Physician
Pacemaker replacement is a very easy procedure and can be done in local anesthesia without the need for heavy anesthesia. Please go for it. Nothing to worry.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Loveleen Sharma, General & Family Physician
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