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What happened during this procedure?An incision was made in the vein at the top of the leg so that a catheter could be inserted. The catheter system then positioned the Micra into the right ventricle of the heart. The Micra was placed against the heart wall and secured. The doctor tested the Micra to ensure it was working properly and …

What will happen before I leave hospital?Your Subcutaneous Cardiac Defibrillator (S-ICD) will be checked by a cardiac physiologist, who will then arrange for you to have the device checked again approximately six to eight weeks after the implant date. They will give you a S-ICD identification card with the details of your device. Keep this card with you at all …