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Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD)
An implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) is a device that monitors the heart rhythm continuously. If the heart starts to beat dangerously fast the ICD is able to detect this and treat it, potentially saving the person’s life.
Do download this info sheet 'An implantable cardioverter defibrillator
Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD)
An implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) is a device that monitors the heart rhythm continuously. If the heart starts to beat dangerously fast the ICD is able to detect this and treat it, potentially saving the person’s life.
Do download this info sheet 'An implantable cardioverter defibrillator
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Defibs Saves Lives
It can happen to anybody, at any time, at any age.
When CPR chest compressions and an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) are used together, the chances of survival from SCA (Sudden Cardiac Arrest) increase from 9% to 50%.
This is why it is vital we know where our nearest AED is located,
Defibs Saves Lives
It can happen to anybody, at any time, at any age.
When CPR chest compressions and an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) are used together, the chances of survival from SCA (Sudden Cardiac Arrest) increase from 9% to 50%.
This is why it is vital we know where our nearest AED is located,