Pacemaker and Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) implantation are advanced cardiac procedures used to regulate abnormal heart rhythms. A pacemaker is a small device implanted under the skin of the chest to help manage slow or irregular heartbeats (bradycardia). An ICD not only monitors heart rhythm but also delivers life-saving shocks when dangerous arrhythmias, such as ventricular tachycardia or fibrillation, are detected. These devices are critical in preventing sudden cardiac arrest, improving heart function, and enhancing quality of life in patients with arrhythmias or heart failure. Both procedures are minimally invasive and are typically performed under local anesthesia with sedation.
| Target Conditions | Bradycardia, Heart Block, Ventricular Arrhythmias, Heart Failure |
| Type of Procedure | Minimally Invasive |
| Hospital Stay | 1 to 2 days |
| Recovery Time | 1 to 2 weeks |
| Anesthesia | Local anesthesia with sedation |
| Device Used | Single/dual chamber pacemaker, CRT device, ICD |
| Ideal For | Patients with abnormal heart rhythms or risk of sudden cardiac arrest |
| Follow-up Care | Device checks, wound care, periodic reprogramming |
| Risk Factors | Bleeding, infection, lead displacement, device malfunction (rare) |
| Alternatives | Medication management (less effective in advanced cases) |