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What kind of side effects can i expect after my pacemaker is replaced?
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Infection: The main risk associated with pacemaker replacement is infection. This risk is a couple % and seems to be higher than the risk with original implants. There is also a small bleeding risk.
Answered 7/26/2013
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Replacement: Pacemaker replacement for battery depletion is usually a simple procedure. The risks are the same as for any type of surgery and include, bruising, bleeding or infection. The other side effects should be less than when you had the pacemaker was implanted, as long as the lead or leads were not replaced.
Answered 7/21/2013
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