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.
Fatigue should pass as the recovery progresses. Increasing fatigue during the recovery phase should be seen as abnormal and should be discussed with the surgeon. The tiredness that is felt after surgery should improve. A lack of improvement in the weeks following your procedure is also not normal.