Introduction; The Optimizer Integra Ccm-D System; Optimizer Integra Ccm-D Implantable Pulse Generator - Impulse Dynamics OPTIMIZER Integra CCM-D Patient Manual

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INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on receiving your OPTIMIZER Integra CCM-D System.
The purpose of this manual is to provide you with information about the
OPTIMIZER Integra CCM-D system, what to expect after your implant
procedure, introduce you to the components of the system, and provide
you with instructions on how to use the Guardio Charger.
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THE OPTIMIZER INTEGRA CCM-D SYSTEM

The OPTIMIZER Integra CCM-D system is comprised of the following
components:
•
OPTIMIZER Integra CCM-D Implantable Pulse Generator (IPG)
•
Guardio Charger
Note: In certain circumstances, the Vesta Charger may be substituted
for the Guardio Charger
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The OPTIMIZER Integra CCM-D Implantable Pulse Generator
(IPG) is a medical device used for the treatment of heart failure. In
addition, it functions as an implantable cardioverter defibrillator
(ICD) for the prevention of sudden cardiac death (SCD). It is
typically implanted under the skin in the upper left chest.
Connected to the OPTIMIZER Integra CCM-D IPG are two
cardiac leads that your doctor will insert through a large vein and
into the heart during the implantation process. These leads have
electrodes that allow the OPTIMIZER Integra CCM-D IPG to
monitor the electrical activity of your heart and deliver special
Cardiac Contractility Modulation (CCM) therapy pulses to the
heart at a specific time during each heartbeat. One of the two
leads has an external coil that may deliver a shock when the IPG
detects an abnormal heart rhythm. In addition, the OPTIMIZER
Integra CCM-D IPG can provide emergency short-term pacing
support by delivering a low-voltage electrical pulse to your heart if
it beats too slowly.
The primary effect of this CCM therapy is an increase in the
efficiency and strength of each cardiac contraction, with the
intended result being that more blood is pumped out by the heart
with every heartbeat.
OPTIMIZER Integra CCM-D Implantable Pulse
Generator
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