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What can I expect after defibrillator surgery?

I am a 38 year old male. I want to know what can I expect after defibrillator surgery?

1 Answer

I assume the surgery is for continued ventricular arrhythmias with or without heart failure. Anyway, you should feel fine and able to do whatever you can. If you get a ventricular arrhythmia you will feel a shock to convert the rhythm to normal. This shock can be quite strong but you’ll feel ok after you must report any shocks to your doctor.