An implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) monitors heart rhythm and delivers a shock if a dangerous arrhythmia is detected. Most cardiac arrest survivors are fitted with one.
I have written previously about my cardiac-arrest and resuscitation (in July 2016) and ensuing saga of hospital visits, cardioversions and ablations. This article covers the recent insertion of a dual ICD and Pacemaker into my chest (dual device – I like to get my money’s worth from the NHS). My arrest was thought to be … Read more
I looked on this site (SCA UK Facebook group) for any personal experiences of having an ICD change but couldn’t find any so I have written this post in the hope that it may calm your concerns if indeed you had any? Both myself and Michelle Edmonds have recently gone through the process of ICD … Read more
It was another morning but like no other due to the fact we were in a pandemic. An autumnal day, relatively mild. Yet he was different, a little restless. He went to the bathroom several times but did not explain fully… how could he. I asked if he wants to stay at home today he said … Read more