Hang in there!!!! I had a minor heart attack in Vegas at one of the Aladdin conventions a few years back.......I was 42 at the time, four years ago. I had the Cath. and was lucky that I didn't need bypass. The Docs called it a warning and I feel lucky that I've been fine since (knock wood) and didn't have to have surgery. It was unfortunate about your brother and I can understand your fear after such a tragedy, but for the most part, this type of surgery has become commonplace with not many complications. I wish you the best and pray for your full recovery after the surgery.

Steve