Defibrillators

An implantable defibrillator (ICD) is a device that is similar to a pacemaker, but in addition to treating slow heart rhythms, it is designed to treat life-threatening fast heart rhythms by overdrive suppression of the tachycardia, or delivering a life saving shock to the heart. The ICD is implanted in a manner similar to a pacemaker. Because of the higher energy needed to shock the heart, the device is about the size of a small pager (2" x 2"” x ½") and its battery life is about 5-7 years.

Implantable Heart Rhythm Devices

EP physicians are experts in the implantation and follow-up of pacemakers and implantable defibrillators.

St. Jude Medical Pacemaker Information

Boston Scientific Device Information

Medtronic Device Information