Catheter Catheterisation Procedure and Afib

I'm getting a nasty feeling of pressure in my chest when I exercise or do physical work. Even a 50 yard walk or a little bit of pruning brings it on. When I do get it it eases after 15 - 20 minutes of rest but leaves a slight feeling of pressure and weakness for the rest of the day.

I'm due to have the procedure to inject dye and map the coronary arteries to check for blockages or narrowing. I'm not convinced this is the cause of the pressure, nor is my Cardiologist, but at least it will confirm or rule out one possibility.

My biggest concern is whether it will bring on an Afib episode, either by the presence of the catheter in the heart or the nervousness I know I will have about the procedure.

Any experiences by anyone who has had the procedure or has any advice will be, as always, very much appreciated.

Sam

My apologies! I accidentally put this on the wrong Forum (and got the heading wrong). It's on the correct Forum now.
Sam

I have had a Nuclear Stress Test and an Electrocardiogram (echo) and no problems with the Nuclear test or the echo, so you should be OK.

Liz

Thanks for the reply. Elizabeth. The test I'm due to have doesn't just inject dye into the veins. A catheter is also inserted into the artery at the wrist, up the arm and inside the heart, so it's a bit scary.

Sam

Oh, that is different, but you need to know so just think that it is a helpful test and it will soon be over, good luck to you and you will be alright.

Liz

Thanks!

Sam