Icd Implantation
Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) Implantation surgery is done to maintain the normal electrical activity of the heart.
An implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) is a small battery-powered device placed in the chest to monitor the heart rhythm and detect irregular heartbeats. An ICD can deliver electric shocks via one or more wires connected to an individual's heart to fix an abnormal heart rhythm.
The right doctor to consult for implantable cardioverter-defibrillator placement is a Cardiac Surgeon.
The success rate is usually high and varies between 82-94%.
Possible risks after an ICD placement may include, Infection at the implant site, Allergic reaction to the medications used during the procedure, Swelling, Bleeding, Damage to the vein where the ICD leads are placed, etc.
