My Dad Had CABG X 3 May 2018. His EF

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Question : My dad had CABG x 3 May 2018. His EF was 15% at the time. His surgeon said that he had had a MI at some point. My dad was very active and everyone including his surgeon was surprised that he had complete blockage in 2 arteries and 90% in the other. My dad just had another echo performed (5 months after his surgery) and his cardiologist said his EF was 30% and wanted my dad to get a defibrillator. My dad talked to his surgeon and said EF can change minute to minute, day to day and he recommended waiting until a year after surgery before getting a defibrillator. It’s only been 5 months since his surgery is it too early to decide whether he needs one? Also, how long does it take for EF to go up?

Answered by Dr. Ilir Sharka (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
I would recommend as follows:

Detailed Answer:
Hello!

Welcome and thank you for asking on HCM!

I passed carefully through your question and would explain that after such period of time, the possibilities for the EF to raise are really scarse.

For this reason, I don't think that it is early for the defibrillator.

Coming to this point, I would recommend discussing again with his doctor on the possibility of implanting the defibrillator, as it will help protect his heart.

Hope you will find this answer helpful!

Wishing good health,

Dr.Iliri

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