Subcutaneous implantable cardioverter defibrillator

Case contributed by Henry Knipe
Diagnosis not applicable

Presentation

Chest pain.

Patient Data

Age: 30 years
Gender: Male

Subcutaneous implantable cardioverter defibrillator. Lungs and pleural spaces are clear. Normal cardiomediastinal contour.

Case Discussion

Subcutaneous implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs) are an alternative to implantable ICDs, especially in patients who require preservation of central veins (e.g. chemotherapy, dialysis), have a mechanical heart valve, congenital heart disease or other contraindication. 

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