Complex technologies are involved in electrophysiology studies and mapping of arrhythmias. Different ablation techniques and energies are used with unique complications and requirements for anaesthesia. The cardiac catheter laboratory is an isolated environment with specific challenges for the anaesthetist.
A great deal of the recovery takes place in the first two months, but complete return to normal takes longer. Bone around the metal parts keeps changing and remodeling for 1 to 2 years after surgery, which is why you can feel deep aches and can tell when the weather changes. After that time, the hip will feel normal.
After Surgery Activity Level â¢ Do not lift more than 5-10 pounds for the first few weeks after surgery. This may be increased to approximately 20 pounds after 4-6 weeks. Do not lift anything greater then 20 pounds for the first 3 months. â¢ Avoid prolonged upright sitting on hard surfaces or long car rides (more than 3 hours) for 2-4 weeks. â¢ You may drive after about a week and as soon as it is comfortable to do so and when no longer under the influence of pain medications.