DOES anyone know or had this done.
devices biventricular pacemaker
biventriculor icd implantable cardioverter defibrillator
would like infor from someone who has had this done
thanks robert in the hills of vermont
I had one placed in left chest. My electrophysiologist did a really neat job with the incision, he glued the cut and placed a clear tape over the area. It healed really nice since he did such a… read more
What would be the cost if you had to change your icd and you only have medicare coverage.
thanks....
I’ve been doing a bit of soul searching & research deciding if I should get an ICD. Since I am at high risk of sudden cardiac death. I have finally decided to go through with it because my doctor keeps telling me I need it and not having it is really starting to cause me a huge deal of anxiety. Anyone have any thoughts?
Tbh I think its a huge waste of money… and can cause even more anxiety half of the “life saving” shocks administered aren’t even life saving there what is called “inappropriate”… read more
Prayers ascending.
Be honest with your Doctor and remember it's your body If you trust him lean on it. I hope everything goes okay for you.
UK Cardiologist explains cardiac implantable electronic devices. In this video, you will learn about the different types of cardiac implantable electronic devices. Pacemakers, cardiac resynchronization therapy devices, implantable cardiac defibrillators, and loop recorders. I hope you enjoy the video.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nIi--IrHfas
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Hi sorry for all the recent posts and questions lately, but I’m concerned and confused about some of my recent tests results...I have been referred from my cardiologist to meet with a cardiac surgeon for a second opinion, but I’m really getting confused
I had one done in 2015 and was diagnosed with sleep apnea...I was cardioverted in 1995 and for awhile symptoms had subsided, it just seems as though it’s one thing compounded after another...I’m… read more
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I'm 70 years old, also have Anemia of Chronic Disease and severe sleep apnea. I know I have to make a decision. Just need some feedback.
With an ED of 30, and your doctor advises it, I would say, how soon. I’ll bet you will feel so much better.
My cardiologist would like me to get an ICD implant but I have been too scared and indecisive. Now it appears I am a candidate for a CRTD implant which in addition to the defibrilator will improve my heart function and I'll feel better. I'm planning to give him the go ahead Monday. I was wondering if anyone here who has had this surgery can tell me what your recovery was like and if you regret getting one? Thank you.
I had mine implanted in May of 2022 and feel much better! It only took a few days for me to feel well enough to go to the beach! Just kept a cold pack on it and took Ultram when I needed it!😍
I am having pain and swelling in left arm going to hand and fingers... R/O other reasons for problem...I am at wits end... I am wondering if I should have device removed.....thank you for any insight......
Hiya matey
I have a defibrillator basically it keeps your heart on track if it beats to fast defibrillator puts it back to it natural rhythm
It’s called an ICD for more detailed information goggle… read more