Caring for Your Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD): What you need to know - 09/2020
Caring for Your Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD): What you need to know
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Abstract
This brochure covers instructions for patients who have received a subcutaneous implantable cardiac defibrillator (ICD), including guidelines to follow during recovery, activity restrictions, special long-term precautions, when to call the doctor, and when to call 911.
Publisher
University of Washington Medical Center
Date Published (original date)
1999
Revision Date
09/2020
General Subject
Cardiovascular Disorders
Patient Care Procedures & Instructions
Specific Subject/Keyword
Cardiovascular Surgery
Defibrillator
Heart
Heart Diseases and Disorders
Heart Rate
Languages
English
Spanish
Record ID
2751