St. Jude Medical SJM Confirm DM2100A, User Manual

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2 Introduction
What is the implant procedure like?
The implant typically involves a simple surgical procedure. The doctor numbs the area with local anaes-
thesia, makes a small incision, and places the device just under the skin in the upper chest through the
small incision.
What is recovery like?
Your clinician may ask you to limit some of your activities because of your symptoms. In general, people
who have a device can perform almost all their normal activities. Your clinician will also give you informa-
tion about caring for your incision and bathing.
What is a follow-up visit like?
You will go to your clinician’s office or clinic for follow-up visits. During a follow-up visit, your clinician
uses a programmer, a specialized computer, to review information stored in your device. Your clinician
can also use the programmer, without surgery, to change how your device is set up. Your clinician uses
the information from your device to help identify the cause of symptoms you experience.
An office visit usually lasts about 30 minutes or less. Your clinician will determine your follow-up visit
schedule.
What do I do after I record my heart’s electrical activity with the PA?
Your clinician will give you specific instructions on what to do after you record your heart’s electrical activ-
ity with the PA.