AICD

AICD, or Automatic Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator, is a device that monitors the heart continuously and can deliver life-saving therapy if dangerous fast rhythms develop.

How AICD Helps

• The device detects malignant ventricular rhythms and responds quickly when needed.

• It may provide pacing, anti-tachycardia therapy, or a protective shock depending on the event.

• AICD selection depends on rhythm history, heart function, and sudden death risk.

• Long-term review helps assess stored events, battery status, and treatment effectiveness.

Who May Need AICD

• Patients with prior life-threatening ventricular rhythm disturbances.

• People with severely reduced heart function and high sudden arrest risk.

• Cases where medicine alone is not enough to provide long-term rhythm protection.

• Patients with inherited or structural heart disease linked to dangerous fast rhythms.

What to Expect With AICD

• Implantation is preceded by detailed evaluation of rhythm risk and heart muscle status.

• Patients are guided about living with the device, shock awareness, and follow-up checks.

• Routine device interrogation helps refine settings and monitor therapy delivery.

• Ongoing care also includes medicine review and control of the underlying heart condition.

Benefits of AICD

• Provides continuous support for heart rhythm or pumping function.

• Reduces the risk of serious rhythm-related complications in suitable patients.

• Improves confidence with regular monitoring, checks, and planned follow-up.

• Supports better long-term heart performance and quality of life.

Book a AICD Consultation

Consult our cardiology team to understand whether AICD is appropriate for your condition. Timely evaluation helps identify the right device plan, improve safety, and support better long-term heart function.

Frequently Asked Questions