Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillator Implants (ICD)
What is it?
The ICD is the most effective method to prevent death from ventricular tachycardia/fibrillation.
Preparation
Fasting is required for 6 hours prior to the admission time. Blood thinning medication may need to be stopped a few days before the procedure; however the cardiologist will advise of this. The patient can expect to be in hospital for 1-2 nights.
Results
They will be available to the doctor straight away. A follow up appointment will more than likely be organized a couple of weeks later in the consulting rooms.
If you are a patient undergoing this procedure and you have any further queries, please raise them with your cardiologist.
