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Q: implanted icd extrusion cause infection ?

asked by: jrod on January 30th, 2008

Experienced User

hi, I was just told that my implanted icd was about to come thru the skin and present a large problem with my mech av., infection. I've tentively been scheduled for admmit to hosp. next week
I'm afraid it may erupt sooner causing infection of my valve and,possibly, much worse. Can you give me any good ideas on this rare occurrance?
thanks

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rooted

replied on January 31st, 2008

Supporter

Not exactly sure, but I found this article that might help you:

"Around 9% of ICD Patients Have Noninfectious Complications"

http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/504457

Good luck ... let us know how it goes at the hospital...!

crippledcowgirl

replied on March 31st, 2008

New User

I am so sorry you are going through this. I received my ICD 2 years ago without complications. I don't have any advice except stay strong and remain positive. Please let us know how you make out. Will be thinking of you. Best of luck.

yogahoneybunny

replied on April 2nd, 2008

Supporter

Any update about your condition?

jrod

replied on April 2nd, 2008

Experienced User

yogahoneybunny

Thanks for writing. I did get my device repositioned by a different ep. He was not too happy the way it was originaly implanted.
Everything's going great. no more problems, [ I hope].
Take care,
jrod

RussGreen

replied on August 25th, 2009

New User

ICD Problem

Hey Jrod,

I am having similar problems with my ICD. Did you in fact have an infection? If so, did they have to remove all of your leads along with the device? Sorry if I am being a bit to prying, but I'm just wondering what to expect.

Thanks,
RG

PS- hope all is well now!

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