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Delays in my heart treatment

Posted By eaglewt96

"Delays in my heart treatment"

About: North Devon District Hospital / Cardiology North Devon District Hospital / Cardio-Respiratory

(as the patient),

 I had an Echo test 6 months ago which showed that my aortic stenosis had reached the moderate to severe stage.  I was supposed to have another Echo test about now  (June 2023 ).  But I have now been told that there is a backlog for this procedure of  10 to 12 months.

I realise that the Cardiology department is under great pressure at the moment but I am now very worried that if my condition is not monitored soon, things could take a turn for the worst or possible death.

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Response from Sally-Anne Pester, Clinical lead / Head of Department (Northern Services), Cardio-Respiratory Department (Northern Services), Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust 10 months ago
Sally-Anne Pester
Clinical lead / Head of Department (Northern Services), Cardio-Respiratory Department (Northern Services),
Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Submitted on 26/06/2023 at 14:31
Published on Care Opinion at 14:36

Hi, routine appointments for echo are waiting due to a backlog, however, when there is a timescale relating to a known valvular disease we do endeavour to see you within the specified timescale. Please ring me on 01271 337709 or 01271 322475 so I can look into your individual case.

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Update posted by eaglewt96 (the patient)

Hi Sally Anne. Thank you very much for the information. Actually, my GP has contacted Cardio Resp on my behalf and I do now have an appointment for this week. I'm grateful for this, because I realise that your department is working flat out at the moment.

My good wishes to you all.

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