Janet C Posted March 2, 2017 Report Share Posted March 2, 2017 Hello, I am new to this forum and have been searching to see if anyone has undergone CI surgery under local anaesthetic. Unfortunately I cannot see any mention in the various posts. I am 54 years of age and was diagnosed with heart failure a year ago. At the time I was being assessed for implantation, but was told I could not have general anaesthetic for what they called a non essential procedure. I was subsequently referred to another implant clinic where they had carried out about a dozen implants under local anaesthetic. These had not been done for cost reasons but for people like me who are higher risk patients for general anaesthesia. I am hoping my surgery will take place in April. Has anybody else experienced the operation awake? It's a bit daunting but hopefully will be worth it in the end. pjandcompany 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HearPeers Heroes Kara of Canada Posted March 2, 2017 HearPeers Heroes Report Share Posted March 2, 2017 Welcome to Hearpeers!! Wow I personally haven't heard of this way of doing the procedure but well there is always advancements in the medical field so I am happy to hear you will be able to join our group and start your journey!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HearPeers Heroes Mary Beth Posted March 3, 2017 HearPeers Heroes Report Share Posted March 3, 2017 I have read about BoneBridge under local but not CI under local. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HearPeers Heroes Adam Posted March 4, 2017 HearPeers Heroes Report Share Posted March 4, 2017 Janet C, welcome to hearpeers! It is not common at all but I can remember hearing of a person going through the surgery under not general but not local anesthesia kind of in between. My guess is that if they can perform brain surgery under local anesthesia, I imagine it can be done by a surgeon willing to do it. That said, I AM NOT a doctor. I would consult with your medical team to decide the best course of action Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HearPeers Heroes Cara Mia Posted March 5, 2017 HearPeers Heroes Report Share Posted March 5, 2017 Hi Janet, all that I can say, that in my country many different kinds of surgeries are performed under local anesthesia. Some of them are pretty invasive. Of course it is challenging but mostly, psychologically challenging. People report that during surgery under local anesthesia they felt no pain, just tactile sensations. Sometimes it is not pleasant. But nothing to be afraid. It seems, that it is very helpful to have some professional help to lower fears and psychological stress before surgery. In some cases the patients get some antianxiety medications that help to overcome any tension. Like Kara, Mary Beth, and Adam said, try to discuss all possible aspects of implantation under local anesthesia with your CI team. It can resolve a lot of not needed worries and help you to make the best decision for you. Wish you the best in finding the way to get the implant without any complications. Mary Beth 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HearPeers Heroes Ivana Marinac Posted March 5, 2017 HearPeers Heroes Report Share Posted March 5, 2017 Hello Janet,yes - it is possible, it was developed for markets where anasthesiologist is very expensive or there are lack of them. Yes - this can happen...All in all, personally - you have to be very stable person. Psychologically, at first place.No, you really do not feel anything if local anastetic is given in appropriate dosage and at exact spot. You really,, really, reeeally have to be fearless to go through this process...Sent from my EVA-L09 using Tapatalk Barbara 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janet C Posted April 12, 2017 Author Report Share Posted April 12, 2017 Just to let you know that I had my implant operation last week under local anaesthetic. Yes it was a bit scary, but was handled brilliantly by the surgeon and his team. It took an hour and a half and I was kept informed all the way through with cards held up telling me what was happening at each stage. I was warned I would go dizzy at one stage but that this would be momentary, and it was. I just had to keep still and was concentrating all the time on how it would all be worth it in the end. I am so grateful for this opportunity, given that I was refused the operation initially. Am now 6 days post op and beginning to feel more like my self. Activation 2nd May. Julesrdh, Mary Beth, hadron and 3 others 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HearPeers Heroes Mary Beth Posted April 12, 2017 HearPeers Heroes Report Share Posted April 12, 2017 You are a very strong person! Good for you. The worst is definitely behind you now. Activation and the journey that follows is so worth it. Thanks for letting us know. Can't wait to read all about your experiences. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HearPeers Heroes Kara of Canada Posted April 15, 2017 HearPeers Heroes Report Share Posted April 15, 2017 This is great news Janet! Rest up and get feady for the wild ride!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HearPeers Heroes Matt Posted April 26, 2017 HearPeers Heroes Report Share Posted April 26, 2017 Hi Janet, great to hear your operation went well, and now you have the excitement of activation ahead of you! Keep us up to date with your progress. Matt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HearPeers Heroes Adam Posted April 27, 2017 HearPeers Heroes Report Share Posted April 27, 2017 Janet, that is absolutely fantastic. I'm glad to hear all went well. Now comes the waiting for activation. Keep in touch and let us know how things are going Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HearPeers Heroes Cara Mia Posted April 27, 2017 HearPeers Heroes Report Share Posted April 27, 2017 Janet. I am so glad that your surgery is in the past now. Sounds like you and your CI team handled it brilliantly. That was a great idea to inform you with cards about the surgery steps. I am sure you are in good hands. Waiting to hear about your activation. Hope it will be a great experience and result, too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julesrdh Posted May 26, 2017 Report Share Posted May 26, 2017 Thats wonderful news!! Best of luck in your journey ! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HearPeers Heroes Ivana Marinac Posted June 12, 2017 HearPeers Heroes Report Share Posted June 12, 2017 Great - this is a classic case of good co-operation between patient and surgeon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pjandcompany Posted June 28, 2017 Report Share Posted June 28, 2017 AWESOME! When I asked my audiologist today, she laughed and said she had never heard of it and would love to hear the doctor's response. I tend to get very nauseated with surgery (I have had over 30) and would much prefer the procedure sans anesthesia. From what I have read from other sources, they had some sedation. Did you have any sedation with the procedure? Thank you for sharing this! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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