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Four years ago I had an episode where I went into V-Tac, the paramedics had to jolt me with their mobile defibrillator to get my heart back into normal rythum.
At the hospital it was determined I needed an implanted defibrellator to controle any further problems. they also put me on the medication Amiodarone which is a antiarrithmic.
Last year I had a episode where the unit discharged five times about one minute apart, felt like getting hit in the chest with a sledge hammer.
After that episode I feel a bit anxious about the next time this may accour, believe me Im not looking foreward to it.
Are there other people that feel the same, apprehensive about the next time, always on the back of your mind?
For those on Amiodarone what side affects do you feel. I get very fatigued.

siehe Ton English: An implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) is a small battery-powered electrical impulse generator which is implanted in patients who are at risk of sudden cardiac death due to ventricular fibrillation. The device is programmed to detect cardiac arrhythmia and correct it by delivering a jolt of electricity. In current variants, the ability to revert ventricular fibrillation has been extended to include both atrial and ventricular arrhythmias as well as the ability to perform biventricular pacing in patients with congestive heart failure or bradycardia.

Pictures of the ICD fitted in 2005, and replaced in 2009 to combat the effects of the heart conditiopn Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy, which I was diagnosed with in 2003

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www.quickmedical.com Zoll AED Plus, the first and only full-rescue automated external defibrillator (AED) supports the full Chain of Survival by supporting effective CPR. The fact is, only half of cardiac arrest victims need a shock. The other half require high-quality cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). The Zoll AED Plus provides Real CPR help, a tool that is able to actually see what you are doing and provide feedback to help you do it well, giving rescuers the confidence they need. Audio and visual prompts help make the rescue process easier than any other AED. From checking responsiveness, summoning help, and doing an “ABC” assessment (Airway, Breathing, Circulation) to CPR and defibrillation, the Zoll AED Plus helps guide the rescuer through the entire effort to save victims. Zoll offers a complete line of accessories to compliment and restock the AED Plus. Wall mounting options include a simple bracket style, flush and recessed locking cabinets, and cabinet with alarm capability. Replacement padz for the adult and child size are available, as are training simulators and training padz. Signage for indicating Zoll AED Plus location can be purchased in two styles. Computer interface adapters for RS-232 and USB allows for uploading of information from the AED. And for portability, the hard-sided pelican cases can accommodate the AED and accessories. www.quickmedical.com

Teen Health Talk with Margaret Wang, Bobak Seddighzadeh, and Alan Wei. Topic: Automatic External Defibrillators (AED), presented by Dr. Paul Wang and Jack Grogan.

The HeartSine® samaritan® PAD Public Access Defibrillator (or Automatic External Defibrillator) is an easy-to-use medical device especially designed for public access use, to administer lifesaving treatment for Sudden Cardiac Arrest.

Educational video provided by Guidant for use on neheart.com

In the United states, an estimated 300000 people die every year of sudden cardiac arrest although internationally, it’s unclear how many are at risk. Many patients have a device called a defibrillator implanted that delivers a shock to restart the heart. Now, some doctors are prescribing the device in a vest worn outside the body. And the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute is testing the effectiveness of “The LifeVest.” Thousands wear the device and the Pittsburgh-based manufacturer says it expects the number of patients using the technology to double this year. Steve Mort reports.