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After Your Ablation Procedure - Electrophysiology Lab (Royal Columbian Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

Information on how to care for yourself at home after an ablation procedure done by a heart rhythm specialist (electrophysiologist) to correct heart rhythm problems such as atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter. Includes information on caring for the groin site, how to manage any discomfort, and what to watch for following the procedure. (English) Colour

A Guide to Your Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator [English] Permalink Public

This booklet tells you about your heart device, as well as what to expect before, during, and after your hospital stay. Your nurse can help you understand the information and learn about how to take care of yourself when having a heart device. (English) Colour

Your Heart Surgery Journey – Preparing for Surgery (Royal Columbian Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

You are going to have heart surgery. We break this time frame into phases: before surgery, recovery in the hospital then when you get home. When you take an active part now, you can help your recovery after surgery. (English) Colour

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Your Heart Stress Test While in Hospital [English] Permalink Public

For people having a heart stress test during a hospital stay. A heart stress test is a way of finding out if one or more of your coronary arteries are blocked. This factsheet explains the 2 parts of the test and the 4 types of heart stress tests. (English) Colour

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While Waiting for Your Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (Royal Columbian Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

This is a quick guide on what to expect when having this procedure at Royal Columbian Hospital. To learn more about what to expect before, during, and after your TAVI, see “Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation – What to Expect” (266782). (English) Black & White

A Guide to Your Pacemaker: Information for Patients and Families (Abbotsford Regional Hospital and Cancer Centre, Royal Columbian Hospital, Jim Pattison Outpatient Care and Surgery Centre) [English] Permalink Public

This booklet tells you about your pacemaker. This booklet will tell you about what to expect before, during and after your hospital stay. Your nurse will help you to understand the information and how to take care of yourself when you are having a pacemaker. (English) Colour

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English (257261), Punjabi (268069)

A Guide to Your Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Pacemaker and Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Defibrillator [English] Permalink Public

This booklet tells you about your heart device, as well as what to expect before, during, and after your hospital stay. Your nurse can help you understand the information and learn about how to take care of yourself when having a heart device. (English) Black & White

Remote monitoring of a Heart Device [English] Permalink Public

This means your device care team can check your heart device and your heart activity while you are in the comfort of your own home, not just when you are in the office or clinic. (English)

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http://www.cardiacbc.ca/Documents/Remote%20Monitor...

Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation - What to Expect (Royal Columbian Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

Your care team recommended Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI) as the best option for you. This means having your aortic valve replaced using this procedure. To get ready for your procedure, please read this booklet and share it with your family. (English) Colour

Confirm Rx - Insertable Cardiac Monitor (Abbott) [English] Permalink Public

The Abbott Confirm Rx™ ICM continuously monitors your heart without interrupting your lifestyle. You can enjoy your day-to-day activities, while the ICM makes sure your doctor receives the necessary information to create a care plan that’s right for you. (English)

URL:

https://www.cardiovascular.abbott/content/dam/bss/...