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CRTD Implant Surgery

A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member asked a question 💭
Sonora, CA

My cardiologist would like me to get an ICD implant but I have been too scared and indecisive. Now it appears I am a candidate for a CRTD implant which in addition to the defibrilator will improve my heart function and I'll feel better. I'm planning to give him the go ahead Monday. I was wondering if anyone here who has had this surgery can tell me what your recovery was like and if you regret getting one? Thank you.

July 24, 2021
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A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

The doctor who put my pacmaker in only put in one lead did not put in the second lead. My new doctor wants to put the second lead in, and if needed put a defibrilator later. I am afraid of this.

August 15, 2021
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

A Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Device (CRTD) implant surgery involves the following steps:

1. Preparation:
- The patient is usually sedated with intravenous medication and receives local numbing medication.

2. Implantation
- A small incision is made in the chest, typically near the collarbone.
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A Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Device (CRTD) implant surgery involves the following steps:

1. Preparation:
- The patient is usually sedated with intravenous medication and receives local numbing medication.

2. Implantation:
- A small incision is made in the chest, typically near the collarbone.
- The CRTD device is implanted under the skin.
- Leads (wires) are inserted through a blood vessel and guided to the heart.

3. Connection:
- The leads are connected to the CRTD device to help control the heart's rhythm.

4. Recovery:
- The patient may need to stay in the hospital for a day or two.
- Normal activities can typically be resumed within four weeks.

Note: CRTD devices are similar to pacemakers and ICDs, which help manage arrhythmias and prevent sudden cardiac arrest.

July 8
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

I had mine implanted in May of 2022 and feel much better! It only took a few days for me to feel well enough to go to the beach! Just kept a cold pack on it and took Ultram when I needed it!😍

June 10, 2023
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

Hi...this is what saved my sister's life plus meds...it really is a good thing.

January 7, 2023
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

Had my crt-d implanted 2yeara ago..so far so good thank god..🙏🏻

November 6, 2022

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