Cardioverter defibrillator implantation is a surgical procedure during which the device is inserted under the skin of the patient's chest to monitor the heart rate. The CVD is an electronic device that monitors the work of the heart and is able to automatically correct dangerous cardiac arrhythmias.
The CVD implantation procedure is usually performed under local anesthesia. The surgeon makes a small incision under the collarbone and inserts wires through a vein into the heart. The wires are then connected to a device that is placed under the skin. The CVD can monitor the heart rate and, if a serious arrhythmia is detected, it can emit an electrical pulse to restore the normal rhythm of the heart.
CVD is usually recommended for patients who have a high risk of serious arrhythmias or life-threatening cardiac arrhythmias, such as ventricular fibrillation or other forms of cardiac arrhythmia. The device can also be installed in patients who have already had a serious case of arrhythmia or who have other risk factors.
Before undergoing CVD implantation, it is important to discuss all aspects of the procedure and potential risks with a cardiologist or cardiac surgeon in order to make an informed treatment decision.
