QuoteCarey No, it's not safe to say that. Natale isolates the LAA only to the degree necessary to stop the arrhythmia. So one patient might have more LAA pumping ability after the procedure than another. You had a better flow velocity than I did, so that most likely means Natale had to isolate my LAA more completely than yours in order to stop the arrhythmia. Some of it could also just be siby AB Page - AFIBBERS FORUM
Shannon, Thank you for your informative and thoughtful reply during a difficult time. I am of course a layman in understanding medical procedures etc. I never meant to pass on as fact my incomplete understanding of the circumstances under which someone can stop AC. What I was trying to say, and did it poorly, is if my LAA was a source of afib or flutter and was also electrically isolated, dby AB Page - AFIBBERS FORUM
So a couple days ago I somehow had full access to the just released AHA journal article authored by Natale, Dibiase and Romero detailing and supporting the effect of electrically isolating the LAA. The full article is now behind a paywall, but there was a discussion that really caught my eye, and I'm hoping someone else may have read it and be able to explain it a little better for me. The aby AB Page - AFIBBERS FORUM
May you, Magadalena, Walt and all of your family find comfort in quiet celebration of Bonnie’s life of service to others. The wonderful memories you’ll carry with you forever as the impact of her actions lives on. You’re in our thoughts and prayers Shannon. Peace, Andyby AB Page - AFIBBERS FORUM
Quotetsco So I assume from the increase in attention on media, afib is on a sharp rise Apple will be releasing iOS 12.1 alongside an incremental update to watchOS (likely 5.1) in about a week that will enable the EKG from the Apple Watch series 4. That's why Kardia has upped their marketing & advertising.Kardia has and/or will lose/continue to lose revenue to the Apple machine.by AB Page - AFIBBERS FORUM
If you decide to have one, can we assume you've been reading a lot here and know the kind of EP you want to partner with? If not or you are unsure, ask away. In short, look for an EP that has performed 1000's of ablations and tackles complex cases. The list is short, and generally starts in Austin, TX.by AB Page - AFIBBERS FORUM
Best to you and for a smooth transition.by AB Page - AFIBBERS FORUM
I'm a believer that after the genetic trigger, dehydration plays a big impact. I suspect that when I drank (beer, I was known to binge), it was the dehydration from alcohol that instigated an episode. Now I stay fit, hydrated, exercise, eat mostly well and take the supplemental duo of magnesium & taurine. Regular consumption of low sodium V8, avocados, bananas, and broccoli. I'm eatby AB Page - AFIBBERS FORUM
Congratulations Ken! Here's to another 12 and beyond.by AB Page - AFIBBERS FORUM
QuoteJackie the general recommendation was to avoid hard liquor and if you do imbibe, then have just small amounts of wine at a time... like in a spritzer. Jackie I believe this is good common sense. I think you can drink whatever floats your boat, but in moderation. No more than a couple. Everyone is different though. For me alcohol was a trigger. When I drank, I drank. I loved beer. Iby AB Page - AFIBBERS FORUM
Quotecarey;jpeters They recommend that I continue the aspirin for life, but I think that's more out of sense of "we have to do something" rather than being truly necessary. I thought they said previously that wasn't necessary. Part of participating in this study is helping to establish protocols. I'm under the impression Dr. Natale, were his home base in Europe,by AB Page - AFIBBERS FORUM
Some levity, if y'all will.by AB Page - AFIBBERS FORUM
The Watchman FLX frame is composed of nitinol, part titanium and part nickel. It’s properties are such that it compresses very well and returns to it’s original shape nicely. The cover is a PET fabric, a permeable polyester. The permeability doesn’t matter once the device endothelialises. I fully expect mine to last longer and in place longer than I will. QuoteThe Watchman FLX device is a selfby AB Page - AFIBBERS FORUM
QuoteMissSunshine Carey and AB Page - what was your determining factor in going for the Watchman? Could you no longer tolerate ACs? How have you been feeling? Did you deal with Pericarditis? Did your EP ablate before he installed the watchman? Thank you for your insight. You have no idea how grateful I am for all of you. My determining factor was a strong desire to be free of AC, though I tby AB Page - AFIBBERS FORUM
Quoterocketritch In July I had my LAA ablated as it was one source of my arrhythmia. When speaking with my EP the following day I discussed the possibility of the watchman device. He said that for me it was not yet an option for 2 reasons. First and foremost Wass the fact that there may need to be more work done on the LAA. Secondly at my age ,52, insurance would not want to pay for it.by AB Page - AFIBBERS FORUM
question 3....If you sweat a lot like I do, there's not much you can do besides change out electrodes when they start coming off if you are wearing that type of monitor. I sweat like crazy, and I once wore a monitor for 60 continuous days. My chest was raw and drew blood in places. Not much I know that you can do but limit excessive physical activity/heat. A Zio patch was easier, but it tooby AB Page - AFIBBERS FORUM
So the FDA blessing (technically a level called "clearance") of the Series 4 Watch also includes a separate letter for the ECG over the counter software. The Verge does a great job of explaining it here. I didn't realize there are different levels of classification including clearance and approval. Also interesting, but not surprising, is that Apple is using semantics toby AB Page - AFIBBERS FORUM
Only time will tell Tracy, but the steps you've taken are good, positive steps. A top EP coupled with lifestyle changes increases your odds. You didn't mention if you've been tested for sleep apnea. I strongly recommend this, especially if you DON'T think you have it. I didn't think I did, was certain in fact, but I do. So I did all the things you have done and I now useby AB Page - AFIBBERS FORUM
Here's a link to a letter Apple received from the FDA regarding QuoteThe Irregular Rhythm Notification Feature on/in the Apple Watch Series 4. It's important to note that the study Apple did used earlier models of the Apple Watch OS that measures changes at the skin surface, known as photoplethysmography. It's what's used in a pulse oximeter and other non-invavsive dby AB Page - AFIBBERS FORUM
QuoteJackie Life is good, thanks to my hero Dr. Natale. Jackie I'll 2nd that Jackie, and include Shannon in that company too.by AB Page - AFIBBERS FORUM
Here's to a gentle blanking period and long-term NSRby AB Page - AFIBBERS FORUM
Hope you self-convert. That’s definitely a strange description but I guess being mostly asymptomatic helps if even a little.by AB Page - AFIBBERS FORUM
Will be interesting to see if Apple’s sensor provides higher fidelity than Kardia. Both are obviously just single lead and have the limitations inherent thereof. While I’m a fanboy, I’m also skeptical. The current heart rate sensor is usually accurate, but when it’s wrong, it’s really wrong. It’s not unusual for it to double or half my actual rate. If the afib algorithm is aggressive and the sby AB Page - AFIBBERS FORUM
I had my 45 day...ok technically 40 day follow-up TEE this morning and the imaging showed it to be anchored properly and no leaks. Great news! I will start clopidogrel and stop Eliquis when I return home, as well as continue the low dose aspirin. Dr. Natale seems to believe that Eliquis would be the better choice, but this is a study, so I will make the switch, until the six month mark in veryby AB Page - AFIBBERS FORUM
My 2nd abalation was with Natale, my first was a 11 or so hour FIRM that kicked my ass. Night and day difference, and the 2 can’t really be compared. The Natale ablation recovery was so much easier, and effective. Going in, on your 2nd, you at least know what to expect. All things being equal I would expect to feel better sooner.by AB Page - AFIBBERS FORUM
You’re not a failure, you’re human. I’ve stayed on metoprolol because it’s calming, and I tolerate it very well at lower dosage levels. The anxiety is so hard on so many including me. I’ve lost weight, even eating very healthy 90% of the time, and exercise almost everyday. Are you taking mag and taurine? Afib is a journey, I’ve learned. I know how it feels, it’s never too far from the surfaby AB Page - AFIBBERS FORUM
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So happy for you And I agree with your friend, it’s like he has an aura.by AB Page - AFIBBERS FORUM
I said it in another thread, I've never heard anyone say they wished they started their exercise regimen sooner after an ablation. I waited close to 8 weeks after my Natale ablation, and started slowly, even though I felt great. Over a year later and I'm doing great, strength and endurance as good as I can ever remember. Everyone is different. Common sense is called for.by AB Page - AFIBBERS FORUM
Wow, very best to you! The old song that sends me on the memory thing every time is Brandy by Looking Glass.by AB Page - AFIBBERS FORUM