I just had a catheter ablation of the heart to cure SVT, how long does it take for the heart to heal ?
Posted by admin on Sep 14, 2009
I’d like to hear from someone who had this procedure as to how they felt during the recovery period. I know I shouldn’t lift more than 10 pounds and should take it easy, but how did you feel in the weeks after the procedure?
Did I just answer your question earlier regarding catheter ablation for SVT? Basically if done correctly, the procedure is very effective and as you know, usually means that you no longer have to take medication. You should be back to normal within 3 weeks- even sooner really.
It isn’t open heart surgery which you had as you know, the catheter was inserted through a vein in your groin, so it’s comparatively noninvasive compared to open chest surgery. Recovery time is pretty quick.
