Dr. Richard Page answers the question: 'Are There Defibrillators Without Leads?' — -- Question: I have heard that some defibrillators may not need leads to be placed in the heart. Is this true, ...
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Placing Defibrillator Pads on the Chest and Back, Rather Than Both on the Chest, Could More Than Double Survival Rates
Every year, hundreds of thousands of people experience cardiac arrest outside of hospitals. For most, the odds are grim. Only about 10% survive. But what if a simple change in how we use ...
Cardiologists at Henry Ford Health System in Detroit say they discovered that the iPhone 12 has the ability to deactivate implantable cardiac devices when held too close to a person’s chest. Apple’s ...
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ZOLL introduces next-gen wearable cardioverter defibrillator in US
Medical devices and related software solutions maker ZOLL has introduced its next-generation LifeVest wearable cardioverter defibrillator (WCD) in the US. The latest device is the fifth LifeVest WCD, ...
There have been several cases involving young athletes whose hearts suddenly stop beating while playing sports. Many of those cases involve a specific heart condition that puts young people at risk of ...
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