It was reported that following the initial vns implant surgery for the patient, the patient experienced a heart rate drops to 30 beats per minute.There were no reported issues during the implant procedure.The facility historically programs vns patients on to lower settings at implant and monitors the patient overnight.It was reported that patient has had some previous medical issues.Follow up with the company representative revealed that the patient was on a monitor at home, though the representative was unclear if that meant a oxygen or heart rate monitor.It was reported that the patient has had some baseline issues and has had his heart rate drop before.No additional relevant information has been received to date.
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