HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

question-icon

How Long Does Incision Site Take To Heal After Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator Insertion?

default
Posted on Tue, 13 Dec 2016
Question: I had a defibrillator inserted last week. How long will my incision hurt this much?
doctor
Answered by Dr. Benard Shehu (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Following advice

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you for asking!
I read your query and understood your concerns.

The wound will heal within the next 10-14 day and depends on body healing capabilities (diabetics patient may need more than 2 weeks to be healed).

Wish you health!
Dr. Shehu
Note: For further queries related to coronary artery disease and prevention, click here.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
doctor
Answered by
Dr.
Dr. Benard Shehu

Cardiologist

Practicing since :2004

Answered : 2257 Questions

Ask me a question
premium_optimized

The User accepted the expert's answer

Ask a Cardiologist
Share on

Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties

159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM Blog Questions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction
backtotop2
How Long Does Incision Site Take To Heal After Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator Insertion?

Brief Answer: Following advice Detailed Answer: Hi and thank you for asking! I read your query and understood your concerns. The wound will heal within the next 10-14 day and depends on body healing capabilities (diabetics patient may need more than 2 weeks to be healed). Wish you health! Dr. Shehu