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A member asked:

If icd and defibrillator can get infected, why put it in the first place? is it really necessary for some people?

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Dr. Martin Bress answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

See answer.: There are specific conditions for which an icd is implanted to decrease the risk of sudden death due to a cardiac rhythm disturbance. Infections are rare. The device can be life saving.

Dr Kimm agreed

Answered 10/17/2013

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Yes: Any surgical incision can get infected. If your doctor recommends this procedure it is most likely necessary. The benefits outweigh the risks.

Dr Ananthram agreed

Answered 3/12/2016

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