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Dialysis Discussion => Dialysis: General Discussion => Topic started by: JBLadyB on January 30, 2008, 08:33:30 AM

Title: Angioplasty 1
Post by: JBLadyB on January 30, 2008, 08:33:30 AM

"I am not on dialysis yet, but have a AV fistula in my right arm, since September.  Now they the Dr.S have decided it maybe closing off.  I am scheduled for a angioplasty next Tuesday.  Can anyone tell me what exactly I am in for?   I hate surprises.  The Dr.S don't always tell you everything.  I know they are planning to use very little contrast dye, because that can damage what is left of my kidneys. I am also suppose to take some medicine for that and drown myself in fluid intake."
I had the angioplasty done yesterday, went well.  Have a bigger bruise from the IV insert, than I do from the procedure.  was awake during the whole thing. When it started to hurt, they gave me some "happy drugs" through the IV.  Just wanted tho thank everyone again, it helped me feel better about getting it done.  The artery was narrow in three places, one was about 90% closed.  So, thanks again. :yahoo;

Title: Re: Angioplasty 1
Post by: Mimi on January 30, 2008, 11:15:36 PM

Glad it went well and is now over for you.

Love, Mimi

Title: Re: Angioplasty 1
Post by: Joe Paul on January 30, 2008, 11:16:38 PM

Glad it went well  :thumbup;

Title: Re: Angioplasty 1
Post by: Phurball on January 31, 2008, 03:36:02 AM

BOY !  Thanks for posting this thread.  I am having this procedure done today and was feeling kinda scared.  However, I feel MUCH better now ! :cuddle;   

Title: Re: Angioplasty 1
Post by: boxman55 on January 31, 2008, 07:03:37 AM

Hang in there this is a fairly easy procedure...Boxman