Started the day early again, but feeling pretty good. Kathy and I took laps and did crosswords at 6 am today. Had a good breakfast and met with Dr. Markowitz. He ordered my pacing wires out and going home tomorrow (as long as no problems) A little scary but if they think I’m ready I have to listen to my doctors. I will continue walking today to build my strength. Pulling my wires was not pleasant. The pacing wires are coiled wires resting against the heart wall (one atrial and one ventricular) and then are sutured to my skin on my chest. Without being too graphic, pulling a wire off your heart and out through your chest wall is a little freaky. It’s done now and I have to be closely monitored all day. Pain is better and fatigue is high but I am really set up at home for support. Just cannot believe after all I had done this week I can go home. Even as a doctor that performs high tech eye surgery, the human body never ceases to amaze me. Until later.
Mike's Heart Beat Report
Chronicle of an aorta and its repair
Michael, That’s great news. Keep your eye on the prize. Hope today is a good one. I’m sure Lily, Hugh and Ella are eager to have Daddy home. xo, katie
OK the scar is a little creepy looking. I don’t think I want to join your new club! As to surgery and new golf clubs; the strokes stay the same as on your handicap card when we play each other. But when you are my partner, than I will negotiate for more strokes for you. Glad you are doing your laps. Lets go for a run when you get home:) Glad you are doing well and the decision to do the surgery was the absolute correct one with the correct doctor. Hang in there!