Pacemaker vs aicd

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Avatar n tn Implantable loop recorder, pacemaker, and automatic implantable cardioverter defibrillator (AICD) are all cardiac devices placed under the skin in the chest but serve different purposes. Implantable loop recorder is only a diagnostic monitor. Pacemaker monitors and regulates heart rate. AICD monitors for abnormal rhythms and shocks to correct them.
1507741 tn?1290022955 I have been living for 14 months with complete Heart ablation 100% reliant on pacemaker. Doc says I need a new unit (AICD) apparently with defibulator. my question is, Does it hurt alot when a defibulator kicks in?
Avatar n tn Do you have a pacemaker (ICD) or a pacemaker/defibrillator (AICD)? My guess is the AICD since it is shocking you when you go into vtach/vfib. An AICD should only shock when it detects an abnormal rhythm, and it seems when you get your HR elevated you are going into vtach. Why, I don't konw. Vtach is usually common in people with low EF's so that's why it's strange that you have it with a 55% EF and otherwise good heart muscle.
1331422 tn?1326566597 Does an EP have to do an EP study and ablation or can they just look at the monitor readings and put a pacemaker in? Who does the pacemaker? An EP or cardiac surgeon? I hate to go through an EP study if it really isn't necessary. I'm very tired of feeling so bad and want to cut to the chase without waiting much longer. I'd much rather have a pacemaker than mess around with ablations that may or may not work.
Avatar m tn We are trying to figure out if we should go direclty to the insertion of a pacemaker vs. an ablasion procedure. Since ablasion procedure may need to be repeated and flecainide (drug after ablasion) is questionable, should we just go directly to the pacemaker?
Avatar f tn my heart Dr. said that I need a av node ablation and a pace maker, it scares me and I would like to know if it is safe. I am 69 years old. Thank You Jo This discussion is related to <a href='http://www.medhelp.org/posts/show/254709'>Pacemaker and AV Node Ablation, Coumadin vs. ASA</a>.
Avatar f tn he has an AICD due to syncopal events in the beginning of his treatment. In his youth, he was a trained athlete/ distance runner. He has always had very low heart rate and BP, however recently his physician has request him to start taking Coreg CR to help reduce cardiac workload. Our concern is that he already is bradycardic and the effects may worsen this symptom. Is this a routine or normal thing to do? This discussion is related to <a href='http://www.medhelp.
Avatar m tn Mom is 90 yrs old and has severe dementia. She is need of a new pacemaker battery. Cardiologist said they don't change batteries - the whole pacemaker is changed. She is using her pacemaker 95% of the day. Is is a good idea to change this? Can you still die with a pacemaker? I know if she could make the decision herself she would tell me to not change it and leave well enough alone. I don't know what to do.
Avatar f tn I am 34yr-old non-obstructive Hypertrophic Cardio Myopathy patient with Medtronic AICD. It is my second device, had it since 2002. My first device was Guidant in 1996. My first device expired, not because of battery but because my lead shocked me after 5 1/2 years, and was deemed no good. I never found out if it was a bad lead, or whether I wore down the lead, because I am a lefty, and from 22 to 28 I was very active, throwing motions, punching motions, sports, in the gym, etc.
Avatar n tn She had a defibrillator/pacemaker implanted as soon as the fever broke. She and the baby has survived. She has some brain damage (mostly memory) but she continues to improve daily. She has an ejection fraction of 20%, cardiomegaly, CHF, and asthma. Does anyone have any experience in these types of situations? Will Baby Collin have severe birth defects? Will the shocks, lack of oxygen, hypothermia, fever, and meds cause birth defects? We are so scared.
Avatar m tn I was just wondering if Alzehmer did have any effect since it includes the brain,and brain and heart works together
Avatar n tn hi there, so, it sounds like the pacemaker they implanted is not working for you? Why did they decide on pacemaker and not a defibrillator? I am just curious, I am learning about both... I'm not sure VT could go on for 19 minutes, though I'm not sure on that...? To be honest, I'm not sure on most stuff. I can relate, however to your situation - I am 34 and am also a mystery to doctors. For the past 10 years I've gotten a lot of shoulder shrugs from them.
Avatar n tn Everything went well and I do not have a pacemaker. I was told by my EP that if I needed an AV node ablation then I would need a pacemaker, thankfully that did not need to happen.
Avatar f tn My 15 year old daughter had a pacemaker put in on 7/15/13. Due to severe staph infection it was removed on 8/15/13. She continues on IV antibiotics here at home. Her current pediatric cardiologist has made the decision to leave a "vegetation" on her upper right heart valve. Her blood cultures have remained negative for over a week now. I feel as though since the removal of the pacemaker, he seems to not want much to do with her. SO, I am looking to get a second opinion.
Avatar m tn i have had this going on 6-years,and now i'm been tread for aicd reflus, they tell me that my cheast pain i have some time is heart barn,i have dry skin ,mouth,and get sun burn all the timeand sleep anp.
Avatar n tn Treating the sleep apnea by non-invasive therapy vs. invasive lifelong pacemaker for symptoms would most likely have been the better road to travel. My husband had the same symptoms you describe. He was sent for a sleep study and his pauses were as high as 10 seconds. His treatment is use of CPAP machine (continuous positive airway pressure) during sleep.
1265236 tn?1270066926 After having problems with fainting during workouts my doctor did a 24 hour holter and referred me to a Cardiologist due to "episodes of SVT vs ST". The Cardiologist did a 30 day event monitor which showed frequent PVCs and some Sinus Tach. He said he saw nothing life threatening. I used to have High blood pressure and within the last few months it has been low, maybe the cause of the fainting spells. I also have hypothyroidism that the doctor is having trouble controlling.
Avatar f tn My husband recently had a cardiac catheterization and found to have e-fraction of 30% and then had a AICD. He is only 54 but smokes (45 years of 2-3 packs a day), he is 5'7" and weighs 227 pounds. The doc says he has dilated cardiomyopathy. My husband has worked hard all his life as a brick layer. We have a new home and are a 2 income family with some big decisions to make. The doctor says he cannot be a brick layer.
Avatar n tn On the table Surgeon showed his inability to ablate and advised to put the pacemaker which I denied,procedure closed with the advise to start oral medication like betablockers. Yr advise and comments appreciated. This discussion is related to <a href='/posts/show/270886'>Ablation vs. Medication</a>.