Preparing questions in advance can help patients to have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor the following questions related to cardiomyoplasty:

1. Under what circumstances would you recommend cardiomyoplasty?
   
   
2. How urgently do I need this procedure?
   
   
3. Why would you recommend this specific type of operation for someone in my condition?
   
   
4. Are there any therapies available to me that are more proven?
   
   
5. Would the surgery be performed by someone who has experience with this type of procedure?
   
   
6. What sort of lifestyle can I expect following the surgery?
   
   
7. Will I require any additional operations or procedures?
   
   
8. Can I safely undergo this procedure if I am pregnant?
   
   

9. Are there are any side effects associated with the surgery?
   
   

10. If I'm not comfortable with an experimental surgery, what else would you recommend?