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My mother is having her cardiothorasic surgeon replace her failed lead in her defibrilator on friday. her ejection fraction is 20%, . is surgery safe.
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Discuss your concern: I would discuss your concerns with her surgeon. If her lead as failed, it sounds like she needs this replaced. The procedure is usually not a major open heart procedure and her surgeon is aware of the risks and benefits to her and would be glad to address your concerns.
Answered 12/6/2017
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