wires disconnect

How would you know if your wires, leads became dislodged from your heart? I have a St. Judes with two leads.
Thanks so much
Charlie

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wires disconnect

by snerd - 2007-10-17 10:10:20

Hello Charlie,
You would know if the wires were not in the proper position by a pm/ icd check. They test the wires sending a pulse of energy to measure in ohms, and if the number is too high or low, then that shows a problem. Also, if you feel lightheaded or pulse is too low, that could show a problem. Take care!

alarm

by YellowMonkee - 2007-10-17 10:10:52

My ICD is programed to sound an alarm if there is any problem with the lead. The doc said if the icd detects a problem, every morning at 8:20 (or any time they program it for) an alarm will sound until I come in to have it checked. Nifty huh?
YM

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