I have just today been told I need to have a defibullator put in. I was so stunned at the time, I did not ask what the procedure would be. Does it require an overnight stay in the hospital or as an out patient? Any information would help me. Thank you.

go to www.naspe.org

They have alot of patient education material.

I do not have a defib. however I do know of others who do. It seems that the procedure is done as an outpatient, on occassion, a night in the hospital is neccessary. It is not open heart surgery, which I am sure you know. Could I ask why you need one?

Good luck

Abby