Protecting You from Life-Threatening Heart Rhythms

An ICD is a small, life-saving device implanted under the skin to continuously monitor your heart rhythm and deliver electric shocks when it detects dangerously fast or irregular heartbeats (ventricular tachycardia or ventricular fibrillation). Under the expert care of Dr. M. Sudhakar Rao, a highly experienced Interventional Cardiologist with international training (FACC, FESC, FSCAI), you receive personalized and evidence-based care for arrhythmia management.

When Is an ICD Needed?

Dr. Rao may recommend an ICD if you have:

• Survived a sudden cardiac arrest

• Experienced ventricular arrhythmias (VT/VF)

• A history of heart failure or reduced ejection fraction

• Genetic heart rhythm disorders like Long QT Syndrome

• High risk of sudden cardiac death due to prior heart conditions

How ICDs Work

• Continuously monitors heart rhythm

• Delivers a mild pacing impulse or a strong shock when life-threatening arrhythmias are detected

• Records arrhythmia events for later review by your cardiologist

• Can be combined with pacemaker functionality in some cases

Types of ICDs

• Single-Chamber ICD – Connected to one heart chamber (usually the right ventricle)

• Dual-Chamber ICD – Connected to both atrium and ventricle for better coordination

• Biventricular ICD (CRT-D) – For patients with heart failure needing both pacing and defibrillation

• Subcutaneous ICD (S-ICD) – Leadless device implanted beneath the skin for select cases

The Procedure

• Performed under local anesthesia and sedation

• Device implanted under the skin near the collarbone

• Leads inserted through veins into the heart

• Takes about 1–2 hours; usually requires a short hospital stay

Post-Implantation Life

• Most patients resume normal routines within a few days

• Device checks during follow-ups ensure functionality

• You’ll be educated on device alerts, lifestyle adjustments, and emergency response

• Remote monitoring may be available for added convenience

Why Choose Dr. M. Sudhakar Rao?

• 15+ years of cardiology and device therapy experience

• International fellowships: FACC (USA), FESC (Europe), FSCAI (USA)

• Specialized in arrhythmia risk assessment and management

• Compassionate, evidence-based care in a high-tech setting at Manipal Hospital, Sarjapur Road

Don’t Let an Irregular Heartbeat Catch You Off Guard

An ICD can be a life-saving decision. If you or a loved one is at risk of sudden cardiac arrest, schedule a consultation with Dr. M. Sudhakar Rao today and stay one step ahead of heart rhythm disorders. Contact us for the best ICD Treatment in Sarjapura Road.