Icd to crt

I now have a icd my doctor want to put in a crt with a third lead. Does anyone have an idea if they can use the two existing leads and just add the third or will they have to be pulled and replaced.

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They SHOULD be able...

by donr - 2015-05-01 09:05:49

...to use the existing leads.

That being said, let's confirm we are talking about the same abbreviations:

ICD = Implantable Cardio Defibrillator
CRT = Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy (as opposed to Cathode Ray Tube )

Depending on the age of the leads, and the manufacturer, they should be compatible W/ the CRT device. That assumes that he will implant a CRT-D, since you have the D part already. Also that he will use a new device by the same manufacturer.

Why not just ask the Cardio?

Donr

Thanks

by brbowles2010 - 2015-05-02 07:05:40

I would ask and will if I get the chance. I have made a sudden drop in ef and am not scheduled to see him until the procedure. the leads are only 5 years old. From my further research I think they probably will be able to. unless as you say they go to another manufacture. Thanks again for your input,

Uh....I really think ........

by donr - 2015-05-03 08:05:04

....you should be talking to the Cardio before they roll you into the ER. These things should be known to you Pre-op.

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