Do all ICDs make sounds, or does every ICD beep?

No. Whether your ICD makes a sound depends on the manufacturer, the model, and how it has been programmed. Some devices beep, some vibrate, some do both, and some make no patient alert at all.

For example, Medtronic devices use audible tones and vibration, Boston Scientific devices use audible tones, and Abbott devices have historically used vibration, with audible alerts on the newer Gallant models. Biotronik and Sorin/Microport devices do not emit patient alerts and rely on remote monitoring instead.

If you are not sure what your device does, ask for a demonstration at your next clinic appointment. Our ICD sounds and alerts page lists the alerts by manufacturer.

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