What Is Brugada Syndrome?
10. ICD Implants
As mentioned already, the heart pumps when electrical signals are sent to the muscles commanding them to contract. When these signals are irregular then it can lead to an irregular heartbeat, and this can cause problems. To overcome this, the patient might be fitted with an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD).
An ICD works by sending electrical impulses to the heart, keeping it beating at a steady pace. This helps to overcome irregular signals that are sent naturally and can even help to protect the patient from a cardiac arrest. They are usually only fitted in people who have a significant risk of a cardiac arrest and/or other serious problems.
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