How Does an ICD Work? Your Heart Rhythm Safety Net Explained 

In this video, Dr. Mitch Tan, a cardiac electrophysiology fellow at The Texas Heart Institute, explains what ICDs (implantable cardiac defibrillators) are, why some people need them, and how they are implanted.
ICDs are life-saving devices that monitor heart rhythm and deliver shocks if a dangerous rhythm is detected.
Watch to learn:
• What ICDs are and how they work
• Why some people need ICDs to stay safe
• The minimally invasive procedure for implanting an ICD
• If you might be a candidate for an ICD
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