Pacemakers and ICDs

In an effort to fix abnormal heart rhythms, or arrhythmias, and allow your heart to beat more efficiently, you doctor may suggest a device implant. The most common of these are pacemakers and implantable cardioverter/defibrillators (ICDS); these are implanted in the cardiac cath lab or during surgery. Pacemakers: These are small implanted devices meant to correct […]

Heart Transplant

One of the most successful treatments for end-state heart failure is cardiac transplantation. This may be your best option if the prognosis of your heart failure is poor despite medication and devices. The transplant program will screen you and assess if you are a suitable candidate. To be listed by the United Network for Organ […]