Prepare for Your Implantable Defibrillator Procedure
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Procedure Overview
Your doctor will provide you with complete information to help you prepare for your procedure and recovery.
Your EMBLEM MRI S-ICD System consists of a pulse generator and an electrode, which are placed just under the skin, leaving the heart and blood vessels untouched.
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How to Prepare
Your healthcare provider will give you specific instructions about how to prepare for your ICD implantation procedure. Be sure to follow these instructions carefully.
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Recovery Process
In most cases, a person who has had the EMBLEM MRI S-ICD System implanted is able to leave the hospital the next day. Full recovery from the defibrillator implant procedure usually takes about 4-6 weeks.
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Questions for Your Doctor:
Procedure
Have a better idea about what to expect from your implantable defibrillator procedure and recovery. Bring along this set of questions on your next doctor’s appointment.
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