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.
Getting good quality advice and information post-cardiac arrest is not always easy, which is why we have done various podcasts on the very topics that trouble survivors and their families the most. Here is a selection covering fatigue, memory issues, beta-blockers, sequelae, rehab and help with having an ICD. Available to listen on the links … Read more
It seems only last week I was writing a piece on the 3rd anniversary of my “minor” cardiac incident and referring to Paul Swindell’s doorstop post. And now, I am at the fourth anniversary, slightly older, slightly thinner, slightly greyer, and, possibly, slightly wiser. I am not sure that another year has given me any … Read more
In episode #47, Paul talks about a device that many sudden cardiac arrest survivors have implanted, an ICD – Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator. This episode is an introduction (or “101”) into the sorts of things that those with an ICD should be aware of. He covers what an ICD is and why you might have one, … Read more