YD PFO Diver List

[Simon TW]

I'm off to Shewsbury on Thursday for the test.

I had the other test and it was all clear but i've had a minor bend since so fingers crossed.

[Simon TW]

Originally Posted by Simon TW

I'm off to Shewsbury on Thursday for the test.

I had the other test and it was all clear but i've had a minor bend since so fingers crossed.

Add me to the list.

[hrhsmartie]

I must be number 11 then

p.f.o. diagnosed on 16 Feb at L.G.I. with a contrast echocardiogram bubble test. To be followed by a T.O.E. JUly/Augustish byr Dr Gibb at L.G.I. and HOPEFULLY a closure ...
Alerted to possibility of p.f.o. by Dr Maggie Clamp in Nottingham after 2 skin bends ..

[Andrea123]

Originally Posted by MMM

I too had a number of post dive DCS experiences before having a PFO repaired. Once complete I am pleased to report there have been no further incidences and my dive profiles have tested the repair well beyond the level that previously caused problems.

Mark

Hi Mark,
I see that you have recently undergone the PFO closure... just wandering how you are feeling about it now. I have just been confirmed as having a PFO and am gutted ! Thinking of having the closure... but scared stiff ! Worried about many things, like how long do they last ? how long do you have to "take it easy" afterwards ? what's the chances of complications etc etc.
So I'd appreciate your comments on how things have gone for you..
Regards, Andrea

[Larry Hadley]

Originally Posted by Andrea123

I see that some of you have recently undergone the PFO closure... just wandering how you are feeling about it now. I have just been confirmed as having a PFO and am gutted ! Thinking of having the closure... but scared stiff ! Worried about many things, like how long do they last ? how long do you have to "take it easy" afterwards ? what's the chances of complications etc etc.
So I'd appreciate your comments on how things have gone for you..
Regards, Andrea

Answers in order and not necessarily fact. You will need to speak to a cardiologist for best feedback.
Six months post op and still feeling much better than prior. I was bubbling at rest though so maybe the improvement is more noticeable. Don't be gutted; if you get it closed you are at less risk of stroke, heart attack, Neuro DCS. I think they last forever, check out the amplatzer web site. Take it easy for a few weeks to avoid straining the site and causing a bleed. Complications 1/100 operations are fatal.
Hope this helps
Give me a ring if you want to chat about it
Larry

[Hellvet]

as someone who's had the odd problem or two since having the device put in (though these have not been definitively proved to be due to the device) i'm happy to discuss my experiences and possible side effects with anyone who is interested.

I would not change my decision to have the op, but i think people should hear the potential flip side to the op before making their decision!

[Mary]

"Huge" PFO shunting minimally at rest and massively with valsalva (won't know exactly how large until it's closed) tested following undeserved cerebral bend. Now on the waiting list for closure with Mark Turner at BRI.

[redlin]

nice one Mary, I've just been back to see Mark for my last check up, all is now sealed up and I can get back in the water. You're in good hands with Mark

[Andrea123]

Hi Rob,
Really glad you have the all clear.. Happy Diving !!!
Andrea

[GLOC]

Originally Posted by Mary

"Huge" PFO shunting minimally at rest and massively with valsalva (won't know exactly how large until it's closed) tested following undeserved cerebral bend. Now on the waiting list for closure with Mark Turner at BRI.

Glad to hear you have an answer. Good luck with the future and hopefully it will be sorted soon.