INTRODUCTION - Technical University of Valencia

Designed to perform the same functions as an automatic ICD or external defibrillator, but is worn outside the body and is therefore noninvasive. It is a combination of 2 devices: 1) as a cardioverter it uses low-energy electrical shocks to return heart undergoing V-tach to normal rhythm; 2) as a defibrillator it uses high-energy shocks. ................
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