Amplatzer device removal after several years

yaz81

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Joined : Aug 2016

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Posted 8/2/2016 12:52 AM (GMT 0)

Has anyone had ASD closure with an amplatzer device and got it removed after over some (5-10) years? my doctor is stating (from an echo) that the device is touching the aorta and should be removed due to potential risks. I am wondering after so many years if it would be a problem to get it removed with an open heart surgery or since I do not have abnormal symptoms if I should wait and get checked regularly. Thanks..

jarnold917

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Joined : Nov 2017

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Posted 11/16/2017 2:27 PM (GMT 0)

Hi Yaz. I know it's been over a year, but did you ever wind up having the device removed?? I was fitted with an Amplatzer just about a year ago. I feel great, but I continue to have migraine issues.

Sometimes i am me (HT)...

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Posted 11/19/2017 3:01 AM (GMT 0)

hi haven't seen yaz about. may lurk.

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