ICD-Single Chamber

Single Chamber Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) : Know Your Package Price and Other Details

Includes:

• 4 Days Hospital Stay
• Medicines, Consumables, Disposables & Investigations Related to the Procedure / Package
• Doctor Team Fees
• Operation Theatre Charges

Does not include:

• Cost of device

(The Cost of Single Chamber ICD to be charged at actual as applicable)

• Bed Charges Beyond 4 Days 
• Treatment of illness / Health Condition Not Directly Related to the Procedure / Package

Accommodation for “Out Station” Patient Party

For patients coming from far away districts, other states & outside India we can help you in finding accommodation of accompanying patient parties at Guest House/ Hotels near the hospital.

How does an ICD work?

When there is a rise in rapid heartbeat, the wires from the heart to the device transmit signals to the ICD, which sends electrical pulses to regulate the heartbeat. Depending on the problem, the ICD could be programmed for:

Usually, only one shock is needed to restore a normal heartbeat. Sometimes, however, one might have two or more shocks during a 24-hour period.

Having three or more shocks in a short time period is known as an electrical or arrhythmia storm. If this happens, one must seek emergency care to check for ICD malfunction or if they have a heart problem that's making it beat abnormally.

If necessary, the ICD can be adjusted to reduce the number and frequency of shocks. One may need additional medications to make the heart beat regularly and decrease the chances of an ICD storm.

An ICD can also record the heart's activity and variations in rhythm. This information helps the doctor evaluate the heart rhythm problem and, if necessary, reprogram ICD.

Depending on the patient, a cardiologist may recommend one of the following types of ICDs:

An ICD can also deliver up to four types of electrical signals to the heart:

What Is A Subcutaneous ICD?

A subcutaneous ICD (S-ICD) is a newer type of ICD available at some surgical centers. An S-ICD is implanted under the skin at the side of the chest below the armpit. It's attached to an electrode that runs along the breastbone.

This device is prescribed if:

• one has structural defects in their heart that prevent inserting wires to the heart through the blood vessels
• other health reasons for wanting to avoid traditional ICDs exists.

Implanting a subcutaneous ICD is less invasive than an ICD that attaches to the heart, but the device is larger in size than an ICD.

Can I use a mobile phone if I have an ICD?

You can use a cell phone, if you take these steps:

• Hold the phone to the ear on the side of your body opposite from your ICD.
• When your phone is on, try to keep it at least six inches away from the device. For example ,Don’t carry your phone in your chest pocket over your device.

Who Needs An Icd?

Arrhythmias are irregular heart rhythms and can be caused by a variety of reasons, including age, heart damage, medications and genetics. The doctor may recommend an ICD if the patient is at risk of a life-threatening ventricular arrhythmia.

A patient is prescribed ICD if:

• They've had sustained ventricular tachycardia,
• Survived a cardiac arrest
• Fainted from a ventricular arrhythmia.

One might also benefit from an ICD if they have:

• A history of coronary artery disease and heart attack that has weakened the heart.
• A heart condition that involves abnormal heart muscle, such as enlarged or thickened heart muscle.
• An inherited heart defect that makes the heart beat abnormally. These include long QT syndrome, which can cause ventricular fibrillation and death even in young people with no signs or symptoms of heart problems.
• Other rare conditions that may affect heart rhythm.

There are several factors like past medical history, diagnosis and other related factors that must be considered prior to implanting an ICD. Every patient is unique, therefore careful analysis is an essential prerequisite to determine the correct timing & approach, as well as choose the appropriate type of the device.

ICDs have been very useful in preventing sudden death in patients with known, sustained ventricular tachycardia or fibrillation. Studies have shown that they may have a role in preventing cardiac arrest in high-risk patients who haven't had, but are at risk for, life-threatening ventricular arrhythmias.

Cardiologists recommend that before a patient is considered to be a candidate for an ICD, the arrhythmia in question must be life threatening and doctors have ruled out correctable causes of the arrhythmia, such as:

• Acute myocardial infarction (heart attack)
• Myocardial ischemia (inadequate blood flow to the heart muscle)
• Electrolyte imbalance and drug toxicity

Many people do not understand their underlying condition such as heart failure or genetic predisposition for risk of sudden cardiac arrest and because ICDs are used primarily to prevent sudden cardiac death, they in turn may not understand the benefits versus the limitations of having an ICD implanted.

Therefore, before the cardiologist decides if the patient needs an ICD, several investigative procedures will have to be executed to isolate the cause of arrhythmia. These could include:

• Electrocardiogram (ECG)
• Holter monitoring
• Echocardiogram
• Event recorder
• Electrophysiology study (EPS)

Readings from personal health monitoring devices, like smart watches, etc. can also help. (Ask your doctor if this is an option for you.)

How is an icd implant done?

A battery-powered pulse generator is implanted in a pouch under the skin of the chest or abdomen, often just below the collarbone. The generator is about the size of a pocket watch. Wires or leads run from the pulse generator to positions on the surface of or inside the heart and can be installed through blood vessels, eliminating the need for open-chest surgery. An ICD device knows when the heartbeat is not normal and tries to return the heartbeat to normal.

New devices also provide “overdrive” pacing to electrically convert a sustained ventricular tachycardia (fast heart rhythm) and "backup" pacing if bradycardia (slow heart rhythm) occurs. Depending on patient condition, recovery can take anywhere from a few days to a few weeks. Avoidance of high-impact activities and heavy lifting, for at least a month after the procedure is recommended.

Having an ICD is a lifelong commitment. Post recovery regular appointment of a cardiologist is required to program the device. One should continue this about every six months alongside medication, diet and lifestyle changes as suggested.

The batteries in the device last for five to seven years. Another procedure, less complicated procedure is done to replace the batteries. Having an ICD device improves symptoms caused by slow heartbeat, such as fatigue, lightheadedness and fainting. This gives the patient a chance to live a longer, happier and healthier life.

How do I live with my ICD?

• Check your pulse and keep a record of it the way your doctor tells you.
• Your doctor will check your device every three to six months.
• Take your medicine the way your doctors tell you.
• Follow all doctors’ advice..
• Carry an I.D. card with you so others know you have an ICD.
• Tell airport security that you have an ICD.
• Household microwaves, electric appliances, most office and light shop equipment will NOT affect your ICD.
• If you work around industrial microwaves, electricity, cars or other large motors, ask your doctor about possible effects..

Can I use a mobile phone if I have an ICD?

You can use a cell phone, if you take these steps:

• Hold the phone to the ear on the side of your body opposite from your ICD.
• When your phone is on, try to keep it at least six inches away from the device. For example ,Don’t carry your phone in your chest pocket over your device.

Payment Options:

• BY CASH OR CREDIT / DEBIT CARD.

Why DESUN?

At Desun hospital, the surgery and hospital stay package prices are one of lowest in comparison to other corporate hospitals, and 24x7 availability of Specialist Surgeons & Consultants under one roof ensures prompt treatment. Every patient receives the highest standards in care which are cost-effective, time-saving and lead to quick recovery. Desun Hospital has a holistic approach to patient care with an end to end integration of various processes, starting from consultation to diagnosis, surgery and finally complete post-operative care.

Rated as one of India’s best hospitals

• DESUN is the youngest hospital in India to get the prestigious National Accreditation Board for Hospitals (NABH) accreditation from Government of India for excellence in quality of medical treatment and hospital services. The world over, NABH is considered equivalent to the JCAHO (Joint Commission for American Healthcare Organizations) or JCI (Joint Commission International) standards followed in USA for hospital accreditation.
• Awarded Healthcare Pioneers Of The East 2020 by The Times Of India in Cardiac Care and Orthopaedics.
• In the lead story of the November 2011 issue of national news magazine THE WEEK, India’s best hospitals were covered, based on an All India Survey. DESUN Hospital was included in this prestigious list.
• The DESUN Pathology Lab has also received the prestigious National Accreditation Board for Laboratories (NABL) accreditation, for excellence in quality of routine and Superspeciality pathology testing. In Eastern India, only DESUN Pathology Lab has in-house facilities to perform Superspeciality pathology tests like PCR, Flow Cytometry, etc. This has huge benefits for DESUN’s patients tremendously because there is practically no waiting time to get test results when compared to other hospitals in Kolkata, who have to send these tests to Mumbai or Delhi and wait for 3 or 4 days for get results. Thus, there is no delay in diagnosis and DESUN’s patients get prompt and accurate treatment.

Ranked Topmost by both West Bengal and Central Governments

• Desun is CGHS recognized NABH Multispeciality Hospital since 2015 & also Class I Multispeciality Hospital recommended by WBHS

Safest Hospital For Any Operation

• 2 of the major fears any surgeon has before any operation is that of OT infection and cardiac, heart complications during or after the operation. If OT infections occur or the patient develops cardiac problems even the best surgeon cannot help you. DESUN is the only hospital in Kolkata having STEEL OPERATION THEATRES (Steel OTs) which drastically reduces chances of OT infection. After the surgery the patient is under the best care of doctors and nurses in the post operative phase at DESUN. Also DESUN has the largest Heart Institute in Kolkata to handle any cardiac emergencies during or after the operation.

Specialist Doctors’ Round The Clock

• With 28 medical departments having in-house specialist doctors any problem during your stay at DESUN can be handled by this specialist doctors’ team 24 hours. You may be admitted for a particular surgery but in the event there are some problems which a specialist needs doctor of another department it is available immediately in-house at DESUN. This facility is often not available at other renowned hospitals.

Desun Hospital Advantage – Know Why Desun Hospital , Kolkata is Your Best Choice

Desun Hospital Kolkata is premium superspeciality hospital in Eastern India with state of art health care infrastructure. Desun Hospital Kolkata is NABH and NABL accredited and follow strict quality parameters as per requirements.

Desun Hospital is among the very few hospitals in India where there is more than 700 comprehensive surgery packages available. The composite surgery packages are all inclusive of the important things that are a part of any surgery process starting from information seeking by patient or patient party to the post operative care that may continue even after discharge from hospital. The surgery packages at the hospital have been developed by experienced medical team so that it is all inclusive and comprehensive.

The surgery packages at Desun Hospital Kolkata are affordable as per cost and quality. High quality health care services in a hospital in India at affordable cost are a combination that is indeed helpful to patients visiting the hospital from all over India, West Bengal and certainly Kolkata. People also visit the hospital from parts of the world like Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan and South East Asia.

The excellent patient service team and 24 hours emergency response also brings in local Kolkata residents and people from parts of West Bengal and North Bengal whose relatives, sons or daughters stay outside India. NRI’s and NROB’s have facility to enroll their parents and elders under the Desun Senior Citizens Card scheme that enables them to take care of the hospitalization and health care needs of their senior citizen elders and parents back home in India. All payments and procedures of admission, discharge etc can be concluded online or over phone.

Desun Hospital has facilities for latest surgeries and all modern equipments, OTs (Steel OT’s) and updated facilities to deliver excellence in terms of latest surgery techniques , modern well maintained equipments and over all top level health care infrastructure. Laparoscopic surgeries (lap) , key hole , minimally invasive and invasive surgeries all are conducted in the hospital. The hospital has advanced health care facility.

Highly experienced doctors, well trained staffs, active patient care team alongside the best surgery facilities provide a very good experience at Desun. This is evident from the numbers of people and families who recommend this hospital in Kolkata, India as a very dependable place for undergoing latest surgeries at an affordable cost. There are many success stories at Desun Hospital those published and discussed even in leading national and local newspapers and news media in television. Desun’s medical team with it’s dedication and help pf advanced health care facilities at the hospital have done surgeries that are popular among hospital impact stories in India.