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.
The procedure is performed under general anesthesia which means you will be asleep. throughout the procedure. The procedure will take anywhere from 1- 1.5 hours- including recovery time. You will. be required to have a driver the day of surgery. What to expect after surgery.