Different Types Of Defibrillators

A person experiencing sudden cardiac arrest (SCA),  has a window of about 10 minutes to be saved. And with every passing minute their chances of survival decline by about 10%. An automated external defibrillator known as AED can easily restore a normal heart function during those critical moments, and save the victim’s life. If you’re looking for AED in California you can check the Calmed store. They offer a variety of AEDs at a good price as well. Do you know there are three types of defibrillators?

Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs)

These are the portable machines specially designed for layman use that deliver a shock in the event of out-of-hospital sudden cardiac arrest. These are not implanted; rather, there are kept by people to use in emergencies. When SCA occurs, an AED device immediately increases the chance of survival of the victim by sending a shock to the heart to restore normal rhythm. These are widely popular for their ease of use.

Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillators (ICDs)

Some people who are at high risk of cardiac arrest and have experience with cardiac diseases such as arrhythmia which disrupts the normal flow of our blood are advised to implant this device in the chest and prevent an irregular heartbeat from triggering sudden cardiac arrest.

Wearable Cardioverter Defibrillators (WCDs)

 Just like  ICDs, Wearable Cardioverter Defibrillators are worn externally but not implanted in the body to prevent cardiac arrest. Doctors recommend patients to wear these who are on short-term risks, such as after heart surgery or a patient who is recovering from cardiac disease.