Victor (Fret Friend) Posted March 4 Posted March 4 I had a small heart attack last Monday that is something of a blessing as it highlighted major problems! My coronary arteries have had it (up to 95% narrowed in 9 places). Hospital kept me in for an angiogram. Angiogram highlighted the problems so I’ve been in hospital since. My surgeon came to see me today and said rather than a triple, he is likely to go with a 4 or 5 new arteries. He said because my heart is so strong I’ll be fine under the knife. It will be a 4-6 hour affair with full chest opening. He is taking replacement arteries/veins from my chest/left arm and if need be, inside thigh. Im not scared but for those of you of faith, I would appreciate your prayers. Victor… 19 1 Quote
BoogieMKIIA Posted March 4 Posted March 4 Prayers and good luck. Glad you caught it before it was too late. 5 Quote
Dave Scepter Posted March 4 Posted March 4 (edited) Yikes!.. sending prayers🙏 And here's to a speedy recovery🍺 Oh, keep us posted~ Edited March 4 by Dave Scepter 5 Quote
Kerry Marchman Posted March 4 Posted March 4 (edited) Glad you caught it. Prayers for your speedy recovery. Look forward to the next 40 + years to come! Edited March 4 by Kerry Marchman 5 Quote
ZR Posted March 4 Posted March 4 Prayers your way man, for you and your family. So amazing what they can do medically today. And, I think you look better without your glasses! Keep us updated 4 Quote
alantig Posted March 4 Posted March 4 Mojo sent. I had heart failure in January. Fortunately no blockages - that was a surprise because there's a family history. Heart cath and med changes so far. 5 Quote
Jimbilly Posted March 4 Posted March 4 what time of day for the event? - for the prayers during 5 Quote
Disturber Posted March 4 Posted March 4 Have a friend who did this type of surgery three weeks ago. It saved his life. He is alright, and still the same mean sob. Hang in there! 👊 4 Quote
Victor (Fret Friend) Posted March 4 Author Posted March 4 (edited) 4 hours ago, Jimbilly said: what time of day for the event? - for the prayers during Not sure. I will be the second one in so maybe 1pm NY time (same as Ottawa time). Time and space do not affect God so pray anyway! Thanks… Edited March 4 by Victor (Fret Friend) 7 Quote
specialk Posted March 4 Posted March 4 Best of luck to you! Thoughts and prayers heading your way. Now lay off the gravy and bacon for breakfast. 😁 4 1 Quote
Victor (Fret Friend) Posted March 4 Author Posted March 4 (edited) 2 hours ago, specialk said: Best of luck to you! Thoughts and prayers heading your way. Now lay off the gravy and bacon for breakfast. 😁 Can’t frikkin have breakfast can I? Nil by mouth since midnight 🤷♂️ Edited March 4 by Victor (Fret Friend) 5 Quote
G Man Posted March 4 Posted March 4 Best of luck to you and hope you have a fast and smooth recovery. 1 Quote
hamerhead Posted March 4 Posted March 4 We're with you here, too. And you'll feel so much better just in time for yard work! WooHoo! My brother had a 6-way bypass - the most his doctor had ever done - at 81, and says he feels better now than he has in years. Looks better, too...for an ugly old f***er. You are so very fortunate they caught it in time. Good luck! Heal fast! 2 Quote
ArnieZ Posted March 4 Posted March 4 Holy Shit!!!! These are almost Est of luck prayers for you and your Doc.. arniez 1 Quote
ARM OF HAMER Posted March 4 Posted March 4 I wish you all the best for a successful surgery and a speedy recovery. My neighbor several homes removed from me here in my neighborhood had this surgery your speaking of 12 months ago, since then he says he feels like a new man. More energy, more drive to want to get up and do things and get them done, and a new joy about living life in general. I hope all this is true for you. Take Care. 2 Quote
Steve Haynie Posted March 4 Posted March 4 Just think, after this surgery you will be able to carry heavy amps and cabs to gigs again. Pick up an SVT and 8x10" cab and tell us if you notice a difference. 1 1 3 Quote
Greg G Posted March 4 Posted March 4 Prayers and good vibes sent your way! My sister had the same thing done last year, quadruple bypass. Discovered in the same way. She had a heart event and they found the blockages afterward. She has recovered well and I wish the same for you. Good luck! 1 1 Quote
benjammin308 Posted March 4 Posted March 4 Modern medicine and prayers are an awesome combination. I can't help with the first part but the second part has been sent, please keep us posted. 2 1 Quote
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