A member asked:

I have an inguinal hernia, i also have a medtronic heart pacemaker for an irregular heart beat. my surgeon said i can't have it removed , is that right?

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Dr. Mark Hoepfner answered

Just because: You have a pacemaker does not mean you cannot have hernia surgery. But i would need much more information on your heart function, ischemia or not & medications. Your cardiologist can review your heart status & risks for surgery & convey that information to your surgeon to better assess your surgical & anesthesia risks for hernia surgery.

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Answered 12/2/2013

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Dr. Budi Bahureksa answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Why would you --: Why would you want to remove what? The pacemaker or the hernia? The hernia can certainly be repaired without harming your pacemaker --.

Dr Rosen and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 8/7/2013

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A member asked:

I have an inguinal hernia, i also have a medtronic heart pacemaker for an irregular heart beat. my surgeon said i can't have it removed , is that right?

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Mark Hoepfner answered

Dr Rosen and 3 doctors agreed

Dr. Budi Bahureksa answered

Dr Rosen and 2 doctors agreed

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