#047 ICD Owners 101 - Life After Cardiac Arrest

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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, what they do and what some of the things to be aware of.Packed full of tips and useful information around this device that is becoming more and more common.An episode for anyone with an ICD whether they've had a cardiac arrest or not.Resources mentioned in the episode:ICD PrecautionsICD ShocksICD SoundsICD ProtectionICD Electro Magnetic CompatibilityICD Support Centre LocatorAsk The ICDDoug Rachac ICD YouTube ChannelPresented and edited by Paul Swindell.Recorded June 2020 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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This episode was published on June 12, 2020.

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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...

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