A Guide to Your Implanted Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD)

A Guide to Your Implanted Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD)

 

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An ICD is a small device that is placed in the chest. It uses electrical pulses or shocks to help control life-threatening arrhythmias. Learn how to prepare for surgery, what to expect during surgery, what to expect after surgery, and about your care after placement of your ICD. 

Click on the go.osu.edu address below or copy it into your device’s web browser (Firefox, Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Safari, etc.) to view or print this resource.

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