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After Your Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD) Generator Change: What you need to know - 09/2020

After Your Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD) Generator Change: What you need to know
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Abstract

This handout provides information that will be helpful after having an implantable cardiac defibrillator (ICD) generator change. It includes wound care, activity restrictions, and special long-term precautions.

Author
Heart Institute at UWMC
Publisher
University of Washington Medical Center
Date Published (original date)
2012
Revision Date
09/2020
General Subject
Cardiovascular Disorders
Patient Care Procedures & Instructions
Specific Subject/Keyword
Activities of Daily Living
Defibrillator
Self-care
Languages
English
Record ID
3971