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FAQ » Implantable Devices » What happens when they shut one of the three leads off? Does the device still work?

What happens when they shut one of the three leads off? Does the device still work?

FAQ » Implantable Devices » What happens when they shut one of the three leads off? Does the device still work?
Tags: ICD, Leads

ICDs connect to different chambers of the heart with 1 to 3 leads. The device and each lead are programmed individually based on your needs. Talk to your doctor if a lead needs to be turned off and how that may impact ICD therapy.

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