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After 2 48 heart monitors, palps and chest pain both reports are "normal" and cardiologist won't implant loop recorder. still symptomatic though. why?

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Dr. Jesus Yap answered

Ask him: He must have compelling reasons not to recommend implanting a loop recorder .you and your doctor should take time and talk about it. Although implanting the device is a minor out- patient procedure,it is still surgery and one always have to weigh risk against benefit.

Dr Gabor agreed

Answered 11/23/2016

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A member asked:

After 2 48 heart monitors, palps and chest pain both reports are "normal" and cardiologist won't implant loop recorder. still symptomatic though. why?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jesus Yap answered

Dr Gabor agreed

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