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Old 02-06-2013, 09:50 AM   #1
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PFO Closure Update 2013
Hello I am new to this board and I am grateful that I found it. I was told that I have 2 holes in my heart and my cardiologist recommended that I close one of them. My oxygen drops when I exercise to around 87-88. When I am just sitting its between 92 -96. If you have had a PFO closure can you tell us how you felt before the procedure and how you feel now. I know some people have had this procedure done some years ago, it would be great to hear how you are doing. Would you recommend it or try something else?

Thank you in advance for all your sharing and support.
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Old 02-11-2013, 08:08 AM   #2
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I keep reading pros and cons about this procedure. The information on this procedure is 50/50. I am wondering if there are other options.

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Old 04-07-2013, 08:47 AM   #3
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Hi I just wondered if you have made a decision on your PFO closure yet ? Also are both of your holes in the same heart chamber ?

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Old 04-19-2013, 07:55 AM   #4
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I keep reading pros and cons about this procedure. The information on this procedure is 50/50. I am wondering if there are other options.
Hi, I have recently had closure & feel fine but it is very early days so cannot give you a long time prognosis.

The alternatives I was offered were medication ie. Warfarin for life.

It is a very personal decision whether to have closure or not.

Have you come to any decision ?

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