Pacemakers and defibrillators

The essential information on pacemakers.

What you need to know about living a normal life with a pacemaker.

Cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT) yields remarkable results in some patients with heart failure.

The implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) is an implantable, pacemaker-like device that prevents sudden death from cardiac arrhythmias.

Many people who are at increased risk for sudden death due to cardiac arrhythmias should receive an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD).

Sudden death after a heart attack is all too common, but it can be prevented if doctors act appropriately.

While implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs) are generally quite safe, occasionally one of these devices are "recalled." But in this case, "recall" might not mean what you think.

The full body scanners at airport security are probably safe for people with pacemakers and ICDs- but just try to find it in writing.

Here is a discussion of the common complications that can occur with implantable cardioverter defibrillators.

Several lifestyle considerations, including driving recommendations, need to be taken into account if you are considering an implantable defibrillator (ICD).