Q: what is the function of an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator?

Shock the heart: The device has the abiltiy to sense when your heart is beating in an abnormal and dangerous way which could lead to you passing out or having your heart stop. It then delivers an electric shock to the heart to convert the abnormal rhythm back to normal. The device also can function as a pacemaker if your heart beat becomes too slow.

Q: what are the main parts of a implantable cardioverter-defibrillator?

See below: Strictly speaking, an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator has a generator (box) and a shocking lead (wire that goes through the vein to the right ventricle). The generator holds the circuitry and the battery, the lead delivers the shock to the heart.

Q: are there alternatives to an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator?

See below: Life vest - a wearable cardioverter defibrillator - or medical treatment.

Q: what is the significance of an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator?

Defibrillation: An automatic implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (aicd) is a lfe-saving device. The device continuely monitors the heart rhythm. When an abnormal rhythm is detected it attempts to restore a normal sinus rhythm (nsr), a cardioversion via shock or pacing alogorithms. However, when it detects a life threatening rhythm such as ventricular fibrillation it applies an immediate shock to restore nsr.

Q: what can i expect from using an 'implantable cardioverter defibrillator'?

Palpitations, jolt: If your heart has a serious rhythm problem, the device should intercede to correct it. When that happens, you may feel palpitations or a jolt in your chest. If the defibrillator didn't intervene, you might never feel anything again!

Q: how did the earlier versions of the implantable cardioverter-defibrillator function?

Similar: The first icds required surgeons to place patches on the surface of the heart and the patches were connected by wires to the generator which was a large bulky device placed under the skin in the abdomen.

Q: what patients need an implantable cardioverter defibrillator?

Ventricular Arrhythm: Patients that have dangerous arrhythmias such as ventricular tachycardia or ventricular fibrillation are the usual candidates for an implanted cardio-verter defibrillator or icd.

Q: how do you relieve pain from implantable cardioverter defibrillator surgery?

Pain and AICD: Post-operative pain is normal but should not be excessive. First, what is the cause of the pain? If the surgical site is red, swollen, or oozing fluid, contact the implanting physician immediately. The problem could be serious.

Question 1

can you tell me which is your experience with your implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (icd)?

Accepted Answer

ICD: Icds are implanted to monitor the electrical activity of very abnormal hearts to see if a life threatening rhythm occurs. If it detects one of these rhythms, it will charge its capacitor and fire a shock to defibrillate the heart back to stable rhythm. In appropriate patients these devices save lives.

Question 2

what patients should get an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (icd) for heart failure?

Accepted Answer

See Below: This is somewhat complex and will not all fit in 400 characters so I am creating initials. 1. Ischemic cardiomyopathy, i.C., with ejection fraction, ef, >30% but <35%, newyorkheartassoc, nyha, class ii or iii, and >30 days post mi/revascularization. 2. Ic, ef <30%. 3. Ic, ef between 36-40% with inducible ventricular fibrillation or tachycardia, 4. Non-ic with ef <35% and nyha class ii or greater.

Question 3

what is the function of an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator?

Accepted Answer

Shock the heart: The device has the abiltiy to sense when your heart is beating in an abnormal and dangerous way which could lead to you passing out or having your heart stop. It then delivers an electric shock to the heart to convert the abnormal rhythm back to normal. The device also can function as a pacemaker if your heart beat becomes too slow.

Question 4

what are the main parts of a implantable cardioverter-defibrillator?

Accepted Answer

See below: Strictly speaking, an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator has a generator (box) and a shocking lead (wire that goes through the vein to the right ventricle).  The generator holds the circuitry and the battery, the lead delivers the shock to the heart.

Question 5

are there alternatives to an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator?

Accepted Answer

See below: Life vest - a wearable cardioverter defibrillator - or medical treatment.

Question 6

what is the significance of an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator?

Accepted Answer

Defibrillation: An automatic implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (aicd) is a lfe-saving device. The device continuely monitors the heart rhythm. When an abnormal rhythm is detected it attempts to restore a normal sinus rhythm (nsr), a cardioversion via shock or pacing alogorithms. However, when it detects a life threatening rhythm such as ventricular fibrillation it applies an immediate shock to restore nsr.

Question 7

what can i expect from using an 'implantable cardioverter defibrillator'?

Accepted Answer

Palpitations, jolt: If your heart has a serious rhythm problem, the device should intercede to correct it. When that happens, you may feel palpitations or a jolt in your chest. If the defibrillator didn't intervene, you might never feel anything again!

Question 8

how did the earlier versions of the implantable cardioverter-defibrillator function?

Accepted Answer

Similar: The first icds required surgeons to place patches on the surface of the heart and the patches were connected by wires to the generator which was a large bulky device placed under the skin in the abdomen.

Question 9

what patients need an implantable cardioverter defibrillator?

Accepted Answer

Ventricular Arrhythm: Patients that have dangerous arrhythmias such as ventricular tachycardia or ventricular fibrillation are the usual candidates for an implanted cardio-verter defibrillator or icd.

Question 10

how do you relieve pain from implantable cardioverter defibrillator surgery?

Accepted Answer

Pain and AICD: Post-operative pain is normal but should not be excessive. First, what is the cause of the pain? If the surgical site is red, swollen, or oozing fluid, contact the implanting physician immediately. The problem could be serious.

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