SECTION 6
When to seek emergency care
Call 911 for severe chest pain, severe shortness of breath, fainting, uncontrolled bleeding, or repeated ICD shocks. Also call 911 after an ICD shock if you feel unwell.
Sources & further readingNIH: Preparing for your implantNIH: Recovery and device checksAHA: Implantable defibrillatorsFDA: Phones and magnets
Updated October 2026. Educational information; your own care plan may differ. Medical illustrations are simplified examples for teaching.