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Quoter377

Quoter377

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Does this have to implanted in your chest

My friend has a problem with his heart and now he has been transferred to to the telemetry unit, does that mean he has to have this device implanted in his body. He is not in the best of shape or we would not this right? Does it require surgery?

 
 
 
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Submitted 215 days ago...

DrAbreza

DrAbreza

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Hello,
The device is call pacemaker.The cardiologist will assess his condition then decides whether he needs it.Normally if your heart is not functioning well then it is advisable to insert it.Your friend will improve tremendously after the procedure.The surgery is a brief one.Reassure that you are in good hand. Thank you.

 
 

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